Imagine yourself taking a position at a racecourse, ready to run as soon as you hear the gunshot. Which energy conversion occurs when you start running?

Question

A.
Potential energy gets converted to kinetic energy.
B.
Kinetic energy gets converted to chemical energy.
C.
Potential energy gets converted to gravitational energy.
D.
Kinetic energy gets converted to potential energy.
E.
Heat energy gets converted to chemical energy.

Answer 1

The correct answer is:

A. Potential energy gets converted to kinetic energy.

When you start running, the potential energy stored in your muscles and body is converted into kinetic energy as you begin to move.