The diagram below shows a pendulum in motion. Which describes the potential and kinetic energy of the pendulum at position X? A No answer B Kinetic energy is at its highest and potential energy is at its lowest. C Kinetic energy is at its highest and potential energy is at its highest. D Potential energy is at its highest and kinetic energy is at its lowest. E Potential energy is at its lowest and kinetic energy is at its lowest.
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Potential energy is the energy stored due to an object's position or state, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion. For a pendulum, potential energy is highest at the highest points of its swing (the endpoints) and lowest at the lowest point (the midpoint of Show more…
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