Kinetic and Potential Energy

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Kinetic Energy?
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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Potential Energy?
Back
Potential Energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. It has the potential to be converted into kinetic energy.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.
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A boy running around a track is an example of kinetic energy because he is in motion.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of Potential Energy.
Back
A cup sitting on the edge of a table is an example of potential energy because it has the potential to fall.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?
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As an object falls, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between Kinetic and Potential Energy?
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Kinetic and potential energy are forms of mechanical energy. They can convert into each other; for example, when an object is lifted, it gains potential energy, and when it falls, that energy converts to kinetic energy.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is Gravitational Potential Energy?
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Gravitational Potential Energy is the potential energy held by an object because of its height above the ground. It is calculated as weight times height.
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