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What is the primary distinction between temperature and internal energy (Internal energy)

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Internal energy and energy transfers

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What is the primary distinction between temperature and internal energy (Internal energy).

  1. A.Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles, while internal energy is the total kinetic and potential energy.
  2. B.Temperature is the total energy of a system, while internal energy measures only kinetic energy.
  3. C.Temperature is measured in joules, while internal energy is measured in degrees Celsius.
  4. D.Temperature is a measure of heat, while internal energy is a measure of work done.

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