Some compounds are very reactive at room temperature, which can be a safety concern. Due to their high reactivity, these are often stored in a laboratory$-$approved refrigerator. Which statement accurately describes why these reactive compounds are placed in cold storage when not in use?

These compounds are stored in refrigerators to make space for other compounds on the lab bench and keep the bottles from being knocked over.

The energy of a compound and thus its reactivity decreases with an increase in temperature. Highly reactive compounds are kept in cold storage to help them maintain their reactivity over time.

The refrigerator doors eliminate encounters between room temperature air and the compounds, thereby preventing unwanted reactions.

The energy of a compound and thus its reactivity increases with an increase in temperature. Highly reactive compounds are kept in cold storage to help reduce their reactivity.