Question

what is the scientific definition of energy that relates it to work?
o the ability to use the stored potential of an object
o the ability to use an applied force to make an object move
o the ability to use the change in direction of an object
o the ability to use the change in temperature of an object

Explanation:

Work is defined as force applied over a distance ($W = F\times d$). Energy is the capacity to do work. When a force is applied to make an object move (which is the formula for work), it relates to the concept of energy. Stored potential is just one form of energy (potential energy), change in direction without considering force - distance (as in work formula) is not the general definition related to work, and change in temperature is related to thermal energy but not the core definition relating energy to work (which is force - displacement based).

Answer:

the ability to use an applied force to make an object move