Energy: Potential and Kinetic

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What is the unit for mass?

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kilogram (kg)

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If all objects are moving at the exact same speed, which would have the greatest kinetic energy?

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Box of 20 textbooks

Front

What is the unit for energy?

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Joule (J)

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The faster an object moves, the ________ kinetic energy it has.

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Gravitational potential energy depends on the ________ and ________ of the object.

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Position (height) and mass

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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How is kinetic energy calculated?

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Kinetic energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What factors affect gravitational potential energy?

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Mass of the object and height above the ground.

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What happens to kinetic energy if the speed of an object doubles?

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The kinetic energy increases by a factor of four.