Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305389892
Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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The explanations for kinetic energy and potential energy.

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Energy is defined as the ability to do work. It exists in multiple forms like chemical, mechanical, radiant and electrical energy. Energy can be converted from one form to another. The different forms of energy can be divided into either potential or kinetic energy, based on their state.

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