Question

which statement best explains the change that occurs when gas particles move more slowly? the temperature increases because the average kinetic energy decreases. the temperature increases because the average kinetic energy increases. the temperature decreases because the average kinetic energy decreases. the temperature decreases because the average kinetic energy increases. the temperature decreases because the average kinetic energy decreases.

Explanation:

Temperature is related to average kinetic energy of particles. Slower - moving particles mean lower average kinetic energy and thus lower temperature.

Answer:

The temperature decreases because the average kinetic energy decreases.