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The sum of potential and kinetic energies in the particles of a substance is called _______ energy.

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I think the sum of potential and kinetic energies in the particles of a substance is called the internal energies ?
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Answer: Mechanical energy

Step-by-step explanation:

Mechanical energy of a body can be defined as the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy of a system.

The conservation of mechanical energy states that the sum of kinetic energy and potential energy in a system remains constant.

The only condition is the forces acting on it should be conservative forces.

Example: Running of a dog. It is its mechanical energy that is allowing a dog to run by the combination of kinetic and potential energy.

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