Which statement correctly describes the relationship between thermal energy and particle movement? Responses As thermal energy increases, particle movement does not change. As thermal energy increases, particle movement does not change. - no response given As thermal energy increases, there is more particle movement. As thermal energy increases, there is more particle movement. - no response given As thermal energy increases, it is not possible to predict particle movement. As thermal energy increases, it is not possible to predict particle movement. - no response given As thermal energy increases, there is less particle movement.
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The correct statement that describes the relationship between thermal energy and particle movement is:
"As thermal energy increases, there is more particle movement."
As thermal energy increases, particles gain kinetic energy, which typically results in increased motion. In solids, this may lead to vibrations; in liquids, it allows for more fluid movement; and in gases, it results in rapid and random movement of particles.
