The correct option that describes the relative kinetic energy of molecules in and above the soda in the glass is:
in: least energy above: greatest energy
In general, molecules in a solid (like ice) have the least kinetic energy, while those in a liquid (like soda) have intermediate kinetic energy, and gas molecules (like those above the soda) have the greatest kinetic energy. Since there are ice cubes in the soda, the molecules in the ice will have the least energy compared to the liquid soda and the gas above it.
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