Question

which option defines kinetic energy? (1 point)
○ the energy required to change a gas into a liquid
○ the average energy released when a liquid becomes a solid
○ the energy an object has because of its motion
○ the average energy of particles due to motion

Explanation:

Kinetic energy is defined as the energy an object possesses because of its motion. The first option refers to latent heat of condensation, the second to latent heat of freezing, and the fourth is related to the concept of thermal energy (average kinetic energy of particles).

Answer:

the energy an object has because of its motion