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Which of the following affects the potential energy of an object?
Temperature of the object
Shape of the object
Height of the object
Speed of the object
Correct Answer: C — Height of the object
Explanation:
Gravitational potential energy depends on the height of an object.
Which of the following is an example of potential energy?
A flowing river
A moving car
A spinning wheel
A book resting on a shelf
Correct Answer: D — A book resting on a shelf
Explanation:
A book on a shelf possesses gravitational potential energy due to its position.
What is the energy possessed by an object due to its position or configuration called?
Thermal energy
Potential energy
Radiant energy
Kinetic energy
Correct Answer: B — Potential energy
Explanation:
Potential energy is stored energy due to position or configuration.
