Potential & 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 be converted into kinetic energy.

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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 speed.

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What factors determine the amount of kinetic energy in an object?

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The amount of kinetic energy in an object is determined by its speed and mass.

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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 due to its elevated position.

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What type of energy is stored in a compressed spring?

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The energy stored in a compressed spring is called elastic potential energy.

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How is kinetic energy transformed into gravitational potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is transformed into gravitational potential energy when an object moves upward, such as a person climbing a ladder.

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Where is maximum potential energy found on a roller coaster?

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Maximum potential energy on a roller coaster is found at the top of a big hill.

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Where is kinetic energy at its minimum on a roller coaster?

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Kinetic energy is at its minimum at the bottom of a hill or when the roller coaster is at rest.

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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The formula for calculating kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is speed.

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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 and vice versa, demonstrating the conservation of energy.