KE and PE Transformations

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What is Potential Energy (PE)?

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Potential Energy (PE) is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state. For example, a rock at the top of a hill has gravitational potential energy.

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What is Kinetic Energy (KE)?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) is the energy of an object in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

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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 type of energy does a slingshot have when pulled back?

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A slingshot has potential energy when it is pulled back, as it is storing energy that can be released.

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What type of energy is stored in a battery?

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A battery stores chemical energy, which can be converted into electrical energy when used.

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What is an example of a device that converts mechanical energy to electrical energy?

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A windmill converts mechanical energy from wind into electrical energy.

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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 calculating 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 calculating Potential Energy?

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The formula for 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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What type of energy does a stretched rubber band have?

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A stretched rubber band has elastic potential energy, which is stored due to its deformation.