An explanation of the relationships among particular phenomena.

Theory

Explanation:

Theory is a term that is used often in academic work or scientific research to explain certain things or conditions established on universal principles or laws.

It is used to describe the "why and how" or the reason behind the occurrence of a situation.

Hence, it is correct to conclude that THEORY is "an explanation of the relationships among particular phenomena."

note: the given question is incomplete.

complete question is given below.

which is an example of kinetic energy?

a. the energy stored in ethanol  

b. a hockey puck sliding across the ice  

c. a compressed spring  

d. a ball sitting at the top of a ramp

solution: the kinetic energy is the energy posses by the virtue of the motion of the object.

in the given options, a, c and d are the example of potential energy because it is the energy posses by the virtue of the rest of the object. but option b has the kinetic energy as the object is in motion.

hence, a hockey puck sliding across the ice   is the apex example of kinetic energy.

so, the option (b) a hockey puck sliding across the ice   is the correct option.