What is the energy of an object because of its potential and kinetic energies?

A.) chemical energy

B.) electrical energy

C.) nuclear energy

D.) mechanical energy

The energy acquired by the objects upon which work is done is known as mechanical energy. Mechanical energy is the energy that is possessed by an object due to its motion or due to its position. Mechanical energy can be either kinetic energy (energy of motion) or potential energy (stored energy of position).