What is potential energy?

Chemistry

2 answers:

Zinaida [17]4 years ago

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Answer:

The energy of position or composition

Explanation:

Potential energy is the energy possessed by an object or a body due to its position in relation with other objects or bodies. It is a stored energy.

P. E =mgh (gravitational force)

It has an S.I unit in joules.

Types of potential energy.

Electrical potential energy

Gravitational potential energy

Elastic potential energy.

PilotLPTM [1.2K]4 years ago

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I would say it "The energy of motion" because potential energy is made by movement of any mass moving

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