Concept 2.2 Unlimited Practice: Potential Energy

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When a roller coaster is at the top of a hill it has

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high potential energy

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When a roller coaster is at the bottom of a hill it has

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high kinetic energy

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Kinetic energy depends on

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mass and velocity

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When a pendulum swings, at which point is kinetic energy at its greatest?

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When a pendulum swings, at which point is potential energy at its greatest?

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At the highest point of the swing.

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Explain what happens to the potential energy of a rock as it falls off the side of a cliff.

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The potential energy decreases as the kinetic energy increases.

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How can I gain gravitational potential energy?

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Climb a mountain

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Which of the following divers would have the most gravitational potential energy (GPE) before their jump?

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Which picture is NOT an example of Chemical PE?

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Gravitational potential energy depends on which two factors?

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mass and height above the ground