gravitational potential energy
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Science
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5th - 6th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is gravitational potential energy?
Back
Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height above the ground.
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2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Gravitational potential energy exists between ___________
Back
all objects with mass.
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3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
At which point does a ball have the greatest gravitational potential energy?
Back
At the highest point (point a).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which point has the least amount of gravitational potential energy?
Back
Point C.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Why does an object hit the ground with more force when it starts from a higher point?
Back
Because it has more gravitational potential energy.
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6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
At what position does the rock have the greatest kinetic energy?
Back
At the lowest point (point C).
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7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to gravitational potential energy as an object falls?
Back
It decreases as the object loses height.
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