Kinetic and Potential Energy

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What is the definition of Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration.

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What is the definition of Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for calculating Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy (PE) = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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How can Potential Energy be converted to Kinetic Energy?

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Potential Energy can be converted to Kinetic Energy when an object falls or moves from a higher position to a lower position.

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What factors affect Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is affected by the mass of the object, the height of the object above the ground, and the gravitational force acting on it.

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What factors affect Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is affected by the mass of the object and the speed (velocity) of the object.

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Give an example of a situation where Potential Energy is present.

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A rock held at the top of a hill has Potential Energy due to its height.

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Give an example of a situation where Kinetic Energy is present.

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A moving car has Kinetic Energy due to its motion.