Which of the following statements best defines kinetic energy?

The energy stored in an object due to its position or height.

The energy an object possesses because of its motion.

The energy released during a chemical reaction.

The total energy contained within an object, including its potential and kinetic energy.

A bowling ball and a baseball are rolling at the exact same speed. Which object has more kinetic energy and why?

The baseball, because it is smaller and can roll faster.

They have the same kinetic energy because their speed is identical.

The bowling ball, because it has a greater mass.

It is impossible to tell without knowing the exact speed.

A book sitting on a high shelf.

A compressed spring waiting to be released.

A river flowing towards the ocean.

A battery that is fully charged.

The kinetic energy is converted into potential energy.

The kinetic energy increases as the bicycle slows down.

The kinetic energy becomes zero.

The kinetic energy is stored in the wheels for later use.