In the formula E = mc2, what does E represent?

A) the mass-energy, or potential energy stored in an object's mass
B) the kinetic energy of a moving object
C) the radiative energy carried by light
D) the gravitational potential energy of an object held above the ground
E) the electric field produced by a charge


A) the mass-energy, or potential energy stored in an object's mass

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