Potential and Kinetic Energy

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Energy due to motion is ____________ energy.

Back

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

Front

__________ is stored energy.

Back

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

Front

At which point is kinetic energy greatest?

Back

Kinetic energy is greatest at point X, where the object is moving the fastest.

Front

A basketball is being held in the hands of a player. What type of energy does it possess?

Back

The basketball possesses potential energy because it is held at a height.

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

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

Front

What is the formula for potential energy?

Back

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

Front

What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

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

Front

What type of energy does a compressed spring have?

Back

A compressed spring has potential energy due to its position.

Front

What type of energy does a moving car have?

Back

A moving car has kinetic energy due to its motion.

Front

How does height affect potential energy?

Back

The higher an object is, the more potential energy it has due to its position.