An example of potential energy is ____.
A) electricity flowing through a wire
B) the chemical energy in a candy bar
C) a bullet fired at high velocity
D) the falling of a leaf from a tree
E) the flowing of water

Question

An example of potential energy is ____.​
A) ​electricity flowing through a wire
B) ​the chemical energy in a candy bar
C) ​a bullet fired at high velocity
D) ​the falling of a leaf from a tree
E) ​the flowing of water

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Potential energy refers to energy that is stored or has the potential to do work. The chemical energy in a candy bar is an example of potential energy because it can be transformed into other forms of energy, such as heat or kinetic energy, when the candy bar is consumed or otherwise broken down. The other choices listed do not represent potential energy.

An Example of Potential Energy Is ____.​

An Example of Potential Energy Is ____.