What is an Example of Potential Energy?
Think of a book sitting on a shelf. It has gravitational potential energy due to its position above the ground. Drop it, and that energy becomes kinetic!
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A boulder perched at the edge of a cliff is loaded with potential energy. If it falls, you better be out of the way!
A stretched rubber band is a classic example. When you release it, the potential energy turns into kinetic energy, and it flies across the room!
Honestly, the best example is a rollercoaster at the top of a hill. It鈥檚 all potential energy until the drop!
Water stored behind a dam has tons of potential energy. Release the water, and it creates hydroelectric power.
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