Would fresh vegetables have chemical energy or potential energy?

* Chemical energy is stored within the bonds of molecules. Fresh vegetables contain complex carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. These molecules store energy in their chemical bonds.

* Potential energy is energy possessed by an object due to its position or state. While fresh vegetables have potential energy due to their position on a shelf or in the ground, this is not the primary type of energy we're considering here.

Think of it this way: When you eat fresh vegetables, your body breaks down the complex molecules, releasing the stored chemical energy to fuel your cells. This is why vegetables provide us with nutrients and energy.