Which of the Following Correctly Describes Thermal Energy

Question

Which of the following correctly describes thermal energy?
A)Thermal energy is defined as temperature.
B)Thermal energy is the controlled energy of motion.
C)Thermal energy is the random movement of molecules.
D)Thermal energy is not dependent on volume.
E)Thermal energy is the energy possessed based on position relative to others.

Accepted Answer

Thermal energy is closely related to the kinetic energy of molecules or atoms. It is the energy associated with the random movement of molecules or atoms.