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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration relative to other objects. This can include gravitational potential energy, elastic potential energy, or chemical potential energy depending on the specific interactions involved.
Yes, potential energy is stored energy that an object possesses due to its position or state, such as gravitational potential energy or elastic potential energy. It is a result of the interactions between objects and can be converted into kinetic energy when the object moves or changes its position.
Potential energy is the type of energy that is stored and depends on the interactions between objects, particles, or atoms. This potential energy can be stored in various forms, such as chemical, gravitational, or elastic potential energy.
The kinetic energy of moving objects is stored in their motion and is dependent on their mass and velocity. This energy is associated with the movement of an object and is transferred between objects during collisions or interactions.
Potential energy is stored energy due to the interaction between objects or particles, typically based on their positions relative to each other. It can be gravitational, elastic, chemical, or electrical potential energy, among others.
Some examples of objects that have stored energy are a compressed spring, a stretched rubber band, a charged battery, and a lifted weight. These objects contain potential energy that can be released and converted into kinetic energy when the stored energy is released.