What is gravitational potential energy (GPE)?
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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically calculated as GPE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.
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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, it can only be transformed from one form to another.
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How is total mechanical energy defined?
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Total mechanical energy is the sum of an object's potential energy and kinetic energy. It remains constant in a closed system without external forces.
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At what point does an object have maximum kinetic energy?
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An object has maximum kinetic energy at the lowest point of its motion, where its speed is greatest.
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At what point does an object have maximum potential energy?
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An object has maximum potential energy at the highest point of its motion, where its height is greatest.
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What is kinetic energy (KE)?
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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion, calculated as KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.
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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, keeping the total mechanical energy constant.
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