Why does increasing temperature increase energy of molecules?

Subject: Why does increasing temperature increase energy of molecules?

Date: Wed Oct 12 14:34:34 2005
Posted by Dawn
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Area of science: Chemistry
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I know that increasing temperature increases rates of reaction because the 
particles move faster, and I know that's because the increased temperature 
increases the energy, but I don't know why. I am interested to know to help me 
understand my chemistry coursework. Thanks!

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