Potential and Kinetic energy

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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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What factors affect gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy depends on the height of the object above the ground and its mass.

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When is potential energy at its maximum?

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Potential energy is at its maximum when an object is at its highest point.

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When is kinetic energy at its maximum?

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Kinetic energy is at its maximum when an object is moving at its highest speed.

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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 the formula for kinetic energy?

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The formula for kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

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

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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 because it has the potential to fall further.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A rock at the edge of a cliff has potential energy because of its height.