Kinetic and Potential Energy

Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object that is in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

Potential Energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state. It has the potential to do work when released.

A girl pulling a wagon down the street is an example of kinetic energy because the wagon is in motion.

A rubber band that is stretched out is an example of potential energy because it has stored energy that can be released.

When an object speeds up, its kinetic energy increases because kinetic energy is proportional to the square of its speed.

When an object is lifted higher, its potential energy increases because it has more stored energy due to its elevated position.

The boy running around a track has kinetic energy because he is in motion.

An apple hanging from a tree has potential energy because it is positioned above the ground and has the potential to fall.

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

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