Speed and Energy

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What is the definition of motion?

Back

Motion is any change in position.

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How does the height of a ramp affect the potential energy of an object?

Back

As the height of a ramp increases, the potential energy of the object increases.

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What does speed tell you about an object's movement?

Back

Speed tells you how the position of an object changes during a certain amount of time.

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What is the relationship between speed and energy?

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As speed decreases, energy decreases.

Front

If one object is moving faster than another, what can be said about their energy?

Back

The object moving faster has more energy.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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How can you calculate kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy can be calculated using the formula KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What factors affect potential energy?

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Potential energy is affected by the height of an object and its mass.

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What is the unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI)?

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The unit of energy in the SI system is the Joule (J).