Which statement correctly describes the relationship between temperature and internal energy?

The correct answer is Internal energy can change without a change in temperature..

Particle lens: Describe arrangement, motion, spacing, collisions, or energy changes only when they are relevant here. This question asks: Which statement correctly describes the relationship between temperature and internal energy. The correct response is Internal energy can change without a change in temperature., because internal energy combines particle kinetic and potential energy. In Internal energy, the marking point should connect directly to distinguish temperature from internal energy. If the question includes values, the working must keep the appropriate unit and operation; if it is an explanation, it must name the relevant particle behaviour or energy change. This item belongs to Internal energy and energy transfers, so avoid answers that switch to a different quantity, confuse heat with temperature, or describe gas pressure without collisions when collisions are the reason. Checkpoint 240 is distinct because it uses this exact question context and the particle lens rather than a generic particle-model sentence.