Question

Which of the following choices defines energy in scientific terms? 1- the motion of an object 2-a force multiplied by distance 3-the ability to do work 4- a change in temperature

Answer 1

The correct answer option is 3-the ability to do work.

Explanation:

Energy can have various definitions but in scientific terms, we can say that it is the ability to do or carry out some work.

The phrase 'energy is the ability to do work' can be justified by the Work-Energy theorem. According to the work-energy theorem:

W = ΔKE

However, the definition of energy can vary depending on the different types of the energy that include: kinetic energy, electric potential energy, gravitational potential energy, etc.

Answer 2

Option 3, The ability to do work

Reason- Work is defined as the change in the kinetic energy. Thus it can be stated that energy conserved in someone is the ability of the person to perform some work using that energy