8th Grade Potential and Kinetic Energy

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The energy stored in an object is _____________ energy:

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

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When you do work you are exerting:

Back

Energy is the capacity to do work.

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The amount of kinetic energy in an object is determined by its:

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Kinetic energy is determined by the object's speed and mass.

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The unit of measure for potential and kinetic energy is:

Back

Joule is the unit of energy in the International System of Units (SI).

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What type of energy is present? A baseball just before being released by the pitcher.

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Potential energy is present in the baseball due to its position.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What factors affect potential energy?

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Potential energy is affected by the object's height and mass.

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What is the formula for 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 relationship between potential and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy and vice versa.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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As an object falls, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.