Question

Potential energy: Select one: a. is stored energy unavailable to do work. b. transfers motion to matter. c. is contained in matter placed in certain positions or arrangements. d. contains less energy than kinetic energy. e. is kinetic energy that has not yet been turned to heat.

Answer 1

C

Step-by-step explanation:

Potential energy is the energy stored in the object by virtue of its position or arrangement. A body placed on certain height, body connected with spring, etc. have potential energy stored in them. Hence the correct answer of this question is C that is Potential energy is contained in matter placed in certain positions or arrangements