Sort the phrases based on whether they describe kinetic energy or potential energy.

energy of a

compressed spring

energy of coal

energy of guitar

string when plucked

energy from a flashlight

when on

Kinetic Energy

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Potential Energy

Energy of compressed string-potential energy (because it has ability to do work).

Energy of coal - potential energy (because it has ability to do work).

Energy of guitar string when plucked - kinetic energy (because the string is moving).

Energy from a flashlight when on - kinetic energy (because the light waves are in motion).

Kinetic Energy:

- energy from a flashlight when on

- energy of a guitar string when plucked

Potential Energy:

- energy of coal

- energy of a compressed spring