Potential and Kinetic Energy
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Science
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4th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Kinetic Energy?
Back
Kinetic Energy is the energy an object has due to its motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
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2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Potential Energy?
Back
Potential Energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. For example, a ball at the top of a hill has potential energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of Kinetic Energy.
Back
A sled going down a snowy hill is an example of kinetic energy because it is moving.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of Potential Energy.
Back
A roller coaster at the top of a hill has potential energy because it is positioned high above the ground.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does height affect Potential Energy?
Back
The higher an object is, the more potential energy it has because of the gravitational pull.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?
Back
As an object falls, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the relationship between Kinetic and Potential Energy?
Back
Kinetic and potential energy can transform into each other. For example, when a roller coaster goes down a hill, potential energy converts to kinetic energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
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NGSS.MS-PS3-5
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