Question

Magnetic energy can be classified as:

• A. Kinetic energy
• B. Potential energy
• C. Both (A) and (B)
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Potential energy

B: Potential energy

1. Potential energy is the energy possessed by the object due to its position or configuration.
2. Magnetic energy is the energy possessed by the magnets when both the magnets will apply force on each other.
3. For example if you are holding a magnet at some distance from another magnet, then energy will be stored in this system such that when you will release the magnet it will move toward the magnet.
4. So this type of energy is possessed by the system of the magnet due to its position.

Hence, the correct answer is an option (B): Potential energy.