Question

What are the two types of mechanical energy? Give one example for each.

Answer 1

1. Potential energy and kinetic energy are both different types of mechanical energy.
2. While the potential energy of an object depends on the position of the body.
3. Kinetic energy is the kind of energy present in a body due to the property of its motion.
4. For example, a moving vehicle possesses mechanical energy in the form of kinetic energy.
5. For example, a compressed spring possesses mechanical energy in the form of potential energy.