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 do work when released.

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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 velocity.

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Where is maximum Potential Energy on a roller coaster?

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At the top of a big hill.

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Where is maximum Kinetic Energy on a roller coaster?

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At the bottom of a big hill.

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What type of energy does a moving skateboard have?

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Kinetic Energy.

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What type of energy is stored in a compressed spring?

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Elastic Potential Energy.

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What is an example of Potential Energy?

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A book resting on a shelf has Potential Energy due to its height.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy?

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A car driving down the road has Kinetic Energy due to its motion.

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How is Potential Energy calculated?

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Potential Energy (PE) = mass (m) × gravitational acceleration (g) × height (h).

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How is Kinetic Energy calculated?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) = 1/2 × mass (m) × velocity (v)².

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