Two pieces of identical metal are being heated at different rates. The first piece is receiving 20 J of energy per minute, and the second piece is receiving 40 J of energy per minute. Which is correct about the thermal energy? (1 point)
Responses
A.The thermal energy of the second piece is higher because it has a higher kinetic and potential energy.
B. The thermal energy of the second piece is higher because it has a higher kinetic energy.
C. The thermal energy of the second piece is higher because it has a higher potential energy.
D. The thermal energy of the second piece is higher because it has a higher kinetic energy and lower potential energy.
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B. The thermal energy of the second piece is higher because it has a higher kinetic energy.