How does kinetic energy of matter in a container containing water compares to a container containing petrol compare ?

Answer 1

The kinetic energy of matter in a container containing water is generally lower than in a container containing petrol. This is because water molecules have a lower average speed and temperature compared to petrol molecules. Petrol is a volatile substance with higher energy content, resulting in higher kinetic energy of its molecules. This is why petrol is a more flammable and explosive substance compared to water.