Conservation of Energy

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is Kinetic Energy (KE)?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object due to its motion, calculated as KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)?

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Gravitational Potential Energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, calculated as GPE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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How does mass affect Kinetic Energy?

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As mass increases, Kinetic Energy increases, assuming velocity remains constant.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is Kinetic Energy highest?

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Kinetic Energy is highest at the lowest point of the swing.

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What two factors does Gravitational Potential Energy depend on?

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Gravitational Potential Energy depends on height and mass of the object.

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What type of energy is produced by a battery?

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A battery produces electrical energy.

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What type of energy is stored in food?

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Food stores chemical energy.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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KE = 1/2 mv².

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What is the formula for calculating Gravitational Potential Energy?

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GPE = mgh.