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 be converted into kinetic energy.

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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 speed.

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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 speed.

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At which point is potential energy greatest in a roller coaster?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest point of the roller coaster.

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What factors affect kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is affected by mass and speed.

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Give an example of kinetic energy in everyday life.

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A moving skateboard is an example of kinetic energy.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A pulled back string on an archer's bow is an example of potential 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 energy transformation?

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Energy transformation is the process of changing energy from one form to another, such as potential energy to kinetic energy.

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Provide an example of energy transformation from potential to kinetic energy.

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A swing swaying back and forth is an example of energy transformation from potential to kinetic energy.