Types of Energy - Potential

Question 1

Nuclear

Answer 1

The energy is stored by the interactions between protons and neutrons in the atomic nucleus. Examples: nuclear power plants, nuclear weapons, solar fusion.

Question 2

Chemical

Answer 2

The energy is stored in the bonds that hold the atoms in a molecule together. Examples: Food, fuel, explosives.

Question 3

Voltage

Answer 3

The energy is stored by fighting the natural repulsion or attraction of electric charges. Examples: Batteries, defibrillators, electric fences.

Question 4

Elastic potential energy

Answer 4

Energy stored in unstable shapes. Examples: Springs, rubber bands, and paperclips. Have to pull or squish an object for it to have epe.

Question 5

Gravitational potential energy

Answer 5

Energy stored in unstable positions. Examples: Lifting, climbing stairs.