What force is acting when the kinetic energy of a moving object is converted into thermal energy?

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Arnav
Sep 7, 2016

Frictional force

Explanation:

When an object is moving(other than in vacuum) and possesses K.E., it experiences frictional force and resistance from the surface it is in contact with or simply the air. This results in heat being produced, which is thermal energy.

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