compare kinetic and potential energy

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The question is asking to explain the differences and similarities between kinetic energy and potential energy, which are two fundamental forms of energy in physics. Kinetic energy is associated with the motion of an object, while potential energy is related to its position or condition.

Answer

Kinetic energy is energy of motion; potential energy is stored energy due to position.

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion, while potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

Answer for screen readers

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion, while potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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Kinetic and potential energy often transform into each other. For example, when you lift an object, it gains potential energy, which converts to kinetic energy when you drop it.

Tips

A common mistake is to think potential energy only relates to height. It also includes energy stored in other forms, like a compressed spring.

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