Define Potential energy. Give two examples of potential energy.

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Definition of potential energy
Potential energy is the energy held by an object because of its position relative to other objects, and shape.
Different forms of potential energy
Gravitational Potential Energy
when a body is at a particular position the body possesses gravitational potential energy.
Elastic Potential Energy
when a body changes its configuration, the body possesses elastic potential energy.
Unit
The SI unit of potential energy is Joule (J).
Examples of Potential energy
A truck parked at the top of a mountain.
A stretched rubber band.

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