Conservation of Energy

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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KE = 1/2 mv²

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Energy possessed by an object due to its motion.

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Calculate the Kinetic Energy of a 1600kg car traveling at 12.5m/s.

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125000

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What is the formula for Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)?

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GPE = mgh

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What is Gravitational Potential Energy?

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Energy stored in an object due to its height above the ground.

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Calculate the Gravitational Potential Energy of a 5.0kg object located 2.0m above the ground.

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100

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Where is the maximum Potential Energy on a roller coaster?

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At the top of the first hill.

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What is the relationship between Kinetic Energy and speed?

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Kinetic Energy increases with the square of the speed.

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What is the principle of Conservation of Energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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The sum of Kinetic and Potential Energy in a system.