Which of the following is a measurement of the average kinetic energy possessed by the atoms or molecules in a substance?
A) latent energy
B) heat
C) temperature
D) potential energy

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Temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance. Latent energy refers to energy that is stored in an object without producing a temperature change, heat refers to energy transferred between objects due to a difference in temperature, and potential energy refers to energy that an object possesses due to its position or configuration.

Which of the Following Is a Measurement of the Average