in which of these samples do the molecules most likely have the most kinetic energy

a) solid ice at -5 celsius
b) water vapor at 150 celsius
c) liquid water at 98 celsius
d) ice water at 0 celsius

Question

in which of these samples do the molecules most likely have the most kinetic energy

a) solid ice at -5 celsius
b) water vapor at 150 celsius
c) liquid water at 98 celsius
d) ice water at 0 celsius

preetha · Answer

Bonnie, since kinetic energy is directly proportional to temp, higher the temp, higher the KE. Can you tell me which has the highest temp?