Kinetic and Potential Energy Flashcardizz

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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How does mass affect kinetic energy?

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The greater the mass of an object, the more kinetic energy it has when moving at the same speed.

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What happens to kinetic energy when an object speeds up?

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When an object speeds up, its kinetic energy increases.

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What happens to potential energy when an object is lifted higher?

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When an object is lifted higher, its potential energy increases.

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What is the relationship between kinetic and potential energy in a swinging pendulum?

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In a swinging pendulum, kinetic energy is highest at the lowest point, while potential energy is highest at the highest points.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy an object has due to its height above the ground.

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Can an object have both kinetic and potential energy at the same time?

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Yes, an object can have both kinetic and potential energy simultaneously, such as a ball thrown upwards.

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What is the formula for kinetic energy?

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The formula for kinetic energy is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for potential energy?

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The formula for gravitational potential energy is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.