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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 be converted into kinetic energy.

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How does height affect potential energy?

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The higher an object is positioned, the greater its potential energy due to the gravitational force acting on it.

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

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The formula is PE = mgh, where PE is potential energy, m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What is a magnetic field?

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A magnetic field is a region around a magnet where magnetic forces can be observed. It is created by moving electric charges.

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How does a magnet store potential energy?

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A magnet stores potential energy when it is positioned within a magnetic field, and the energy can be released when the magnet is moved.

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What happens to potential energy when an object is lowered?

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When an object is lowered, its potential energy decreases because it is moving closer to the ground.

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What is the relationship between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy when an object is allowed to move, such as when it falls.

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What is an example of elastic potential energy?

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An example of elastic potential energy is the energy stored in a stretched rubber band or the elastic of a slingshot.

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What is the role of a slingshot in storing potential energy?

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A slingshot stores potential energy in its elastic band when it is pulled back, which is then converted to kinetic energy when released.

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What direction should a magnet be moved to increase potential energy in a magnetic field?

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A magnet should be moved away from the magnetic field to increase its potential energy.