Question

identifying characteristics of particles at different temperatures
two mugs of tea were made and their temperatures measured. which statement correctly describes the characteristics of the particles in mug a compared to mug b?
the particles in mug a are moving more quickly.
the particles in mug a are moving more slowly.
the particles in mug a are moving at the same speed.
the particles in mug a are not moving.

Explanation:

Temperature is related to the average kinetic energy of particles. Higher - temperature substances have particles with higher average kinetic energy and move more quickly. Mug A has a temperature of 79°C and mug B has a temperature of 96°C. Since mug A has a lower temperature, its particles move more slowly.

Answer:

The particles in mug A are moving more slowly.