DOL: Energy (Potential/Kinetic)

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What is potential energy?

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

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What is kinetic energy?

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

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Where is potential energy greatest on a roller coaster?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest point of the roller coaster.

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What is the formula for calculating 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 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.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A drawn bow has potential energy due to the tension in the string.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A moving car has kinetic energy due to its motion.

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How does height affect potential energy?

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The higher an object is, the more potential energy it has due to gravitational force.

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What is the relationship between potential and kinetic energy in a swing?

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In a swing, potential energy is highest at the highest point, and kinetic energy is highest at the lowest point.

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.