Potential Energy
Definition
Potential energy is the stored energy an object possesses due to its position or condition.
Related terms
Kinetic Energy: The energy possessed by an object in motion.
Gravitational Potential Energy: The potential energy associated with an object's height and mass in a gravitational field.
Elastic Potential Energy: The potential energy stored in elastic materials when they are stretched or compressed.
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