Thermal Energy and Kinetic Molecular Theory Quick Check

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Based on the Law of Conservation of Energy, which of the below is true?(1 point)
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Potential energy is equal to thermal energy plus kinetic energy.
Potential energy is equal to thermal energy plus kinetic energy.

Energy cannot be created or destroyed by ordinary chemical or physical means.
Energy cannot be created or destroyed by ordinary chemical or physical means.

Kinetic energy is equal to potential energy minus temperature.
Kinetic energy is equal to potential energy minus temperature.

Kinetic energy is always equal to potential energy.

Answer 1

The correct response based on the Law of Conservation of Energy is:

Energy cannot be created or destroyed by ordinary chemical or physical means.

This statement reflects the principle that the total energy in an isolated system remains constant, although it can change forms, such as between kinetic energy, potential energy, and thermal energy.