Question

what happens when the kinetic energy of molecules increases so much that electrons are released by the atoms, creating a swirling gas of positive ions and negative electrons?
matter changes to a solid state.
matter changes to a liquid state.
matter changes to a plasma state.
matter changes to a gaseous state.

Explanation:

Plasma is a state of matter where high - energy causes atoms to ionize, releasing electrons and creating a mixture of positive ions and negative electrons. When the kinetic energy of molecules increases to this extent, matter enters the plasma state.

Answer:

Matter changes to a plasma state.