It's the energy an object possesses due to its motion, depending on its mass and velocity.
This energy is stored within an object based on its position or configuration in a system.
Potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy or other forms when an object's position or configuration changes, following the conservation of energy principle.
Energy is broadly classified into potential and kinetic energy.
Objects at heights possess gravitational potential energy, which can be calculated by considering mass, gravity, and height.
Energy can also be stored in magnetic forces, chemical bonds, and elastic properties.
Nuclear fission releases a significant amount of energy, which is harnessed for electricity generation.