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The ratio of kinetic energy to potential energy for solids is

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\frac{E k}{U} < 1

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\frac{E k}{U} > 1

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E k = U

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E k > U

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Solution

The correct option is B $\frac{E k}{U} < 1$
Since the particles are tightly packed in solids, so they possess more potential energy than kinetic energy, which is released on heating the solid.

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