Temperature is most closely related to molecular

A) kinetic energy.
B) potential energy.
C) electrical energy.
D) mechanical energy in general.


Answer: A

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The wave where the speed is greatest is

a.
I.

b.
II.

c.
III.

d.
IV.

e.
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