What happens to the heat energy that is supplied to a solid once it starts melting?

  • A
    It increases the kinetic energy of the particles.
  • B
    It is used to overcome the forces of attraction between the particles.
  • C
    It increases the temperature of the substance.
  • D
    It is released as light energy.

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