potential energy

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potential energy

The energy of a particle or system of particles derived from position, or condition, rather than motion. A raised weight, coiled spring, or charged battery has potential energy.

potential energy

(Physics / General Physics) the energy of a body or system as a result of its position in an electric, magnetic, or gravitational field. It is measured in joules (SI units), electronvolts, ergs, etc. Symbol E_p V U, φ Abbreviation PE

potential energy

The energy possessed by a body as a result of its position or condition rather than its motion. A raised weight, coiled spring, or charged battery has potential energy. Compare kinetic energy.

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Noun

potential energy - the mechanical energy that a body has by virtue of its position; stored energy

P.E.

elastic energy, elastic potential energy - potential energy that is stored when a body is deformed (as in a coiled spring)

mechanical energy - energy in a mechanical form

Translations

potential energy

n (Phys) → potenzielle or potentielle Energie

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