Question

Water boils to power a steam engine. Which statement best describes the changes in the water as it boils?

A. The kinetic energy of the particles increases as intermolecular force are overcome

B. The potential energy of the particles increases as the temperature increases

C. The kinetic energy of the particles of the particles increases as the temperature increases

D. The potential energy of the particles increases as intermolecular forces are overcome.

Thanks!

Answer 1

The potential energy of the particles increases as intermolecular forces are overcome.

Step-by-step explanation:

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