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Define potential energy. Give its mathematical formula and SI unit.
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Define potential energy. Give its mathematical formula and SI unit.

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The type of mechanical energy that is possessed due to the virtue of motion or state of a body is known as potential energy.

Its formula: PE= mgh

Its SI unit is joule.

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