Question

difference between potential and kinetic energy​

Answer 1

Potential energy is energy stored in an object due to its position or arrangement. Kinetic energy is energy of an object due to its movement - its motion. All types of energy can be transformed into other types of energy.

Answer 2

Kinetic Energy

• Kinetic energy is the kind of energy present in a body due to the property of its motion
• It can be easily transferred from one body to another
• The determining factors for kinetic energy are Speed or velocity and mass
• Flowing water is one of the examples for kinetic energy
• It is relative with respect to nature

Potential Energy

• Potential Energy is the type of energy present in a body due to the property of its state
• It is not transferable
• Here, the determining factors are Height/ distance and mass
• Water present at the top of hill is an example of potential energy
• It is non-relative with respect to nature