Dalen Energy Flashcard

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What is potential energy?

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

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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

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What is the relationship between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy when an object moves.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A book 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 moving car has kinetic energy due to its motion.

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What does energy allow us to do?

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Energy allows us to do work, move objects, and power devices.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy held by an object because of its height above the ground.

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What is an example of gravitational potential energy?

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A roller coaster at the top of a hill has gravitational potential energy.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.