Kinetic and Potential energy - Flashcard

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of potential energy?
Back
Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the definition of kinetic energy?
Back
Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.
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NGSS.HS-PS3-1
NGSS.HS-PS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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In which position does an object have maximum potential energy?
Back
An object has maximum potential energy at the highest point in its path.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In which position does an object have maximum kinetic energy?
Back
An object has maximum kinetic energy at the lowest point in its path or when it is moving fastest.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?
Back
The formula for kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the formula for calculating potential energy?
Back
The formula for potential energy (PE) is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does energy transform between potential and kinetic energy?
Back
Energy transforms from potential to kinetic energy as an object falls, and from kinetic to potential energy as it rises.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-5
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