Which form of energy is associated with the random motion of particles in a gas?

June 2017 NY Regents Chemistry Exam

14 Which form of energy is associated with the random motion of particles in a gas?

(1) chemical

(2) electrical
 
(3) nuclear

(4) thermal

Solution: Thermal energy is associated with the motion of particle in a gas. Chemical energy is energy stored in chemical bonds of molecules. Nuclear energy is produced in nuclear reactions. Electrical energy comes from the movements of charges.

Answer: 4

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