Potential vs Kinetic Energy

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What is Potential Energy (PE)?

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Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state. It has the potential to be converted into kinetic energy.

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What is Kinetic Energy (KE)?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. It depends on the mass of the object and the square of its velocity.

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How is Potential Energy calculated for an object at height?

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Potential Energy (PE) = mass (m) × gravitational acceleration (g) × height (h).

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What is the relationship between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy in a pendulum?

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In a pendulum, potential energy is highest at the highest point, while kinetic energy is highest at the lowest point.

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What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?

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

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What is elastic potential energy?

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Elastic potential energy is the energy stored in elastic materials as the result of their stretching or compressing.

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How does a pole vault pole work in terms of energy?

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The bent pole stores potential energy that is converted to kinetic energy when it straightens out, propelling the athlete into the air.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in a system.

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) = 1/2 × mass (m) × velocity (v)².

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What is the significance of the highest point in a rollercoaster?

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At the highest point, the rollercoaster has maximum potential energy and minimum kinetic energy.