A comet speeds up as it approaches the Sun. Which statement about its kinetic energy is correct?(1 point)

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The comet has no kinetic energy because it is in outer space.
The comet has no kinetic energy because it is in outer space.

The comet’s kinetic energy increases.
The comet’s kinetic energy increases.

The comet’s kinetic energy stays the same.

Answer 1

The correct statement is:

The comet’s kinetic energy increases.

As the comet approaches the Sun, it accelerates due to the gravitational pull of the Sun, which causes its kinetic energy to increase.