Potential Energy (U)

Definition

Potential energy is stored energy that an object possesses due to its position or condition. It can be converted into other forms of energy when released.

Related terms

Kinetic Energy: Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion.

Elastic Potential Energy:

Elastic potential energy refers specifically to potential energy stored in stretched or compressed elastic materials like springs or rubber bands.

Gravitational Potential Energy:

Gravitational potential energy is associated with an object's height above a reference point and depends on its mass and acceleration due to gravity.