Give one example each of potential energy (i) due to position (ii) due to shape

Give one example each of potential energy (i) due to position (ii) due to shape.
Answer:

  • Potential energy due to position: Water stored in dam has potential energy.
  • Potential energy due to shape: In a toy car, the wound spring possesses potential energy, and as the spring is released, its potential energy changes into kinetic energy due to which the car moves.