Collisions & Energy Review

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What is the scientific term for stored energy?

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Potential energy is the energy that is stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What happens to energy when a pitcher throws a ball?

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The energy from the pitcher is transferred into the ball, giving it kinetic energy.

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What do we call it when one object runs into another?

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A collision is when two objects hit each other.

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Which coaster has the most amount of potential energy?

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The Xcelerator coaster has the most potential energy when it is at its highest point.

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What is transferred at the instant the bat hits the ball?

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Energy is transferred from the bat to the ball.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A drawn bow has potential energy because it is ready to release an arrow.

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How does energy transfer occur in a collision?

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In a collision, energy is transferred from one object to another, affecting their motion.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy, while kinetic energy is energy of motion.

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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.