Potential vs Kinetic Energy

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What is Potential Energy (PE)?

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Potential Energy (PE) is the energy stored in an object due to its position or arrangement. It is energy due to position.

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What is Kinetic Energy (KE)?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) is the energy of an object due to its motion. It depends on the mass and speed of the object.

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In a pendulum, where is the maximum Kinetic Energy located?

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The maximum Kinetic Energy in a pendulum is at the lowest point of its swing.

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In a pendulum, where is the maximum Potential Energy located?

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The maximum Potential Energy in a pendulum is at the highest points of its swing.

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What happens to Potential Energy as an object falls?

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As an object falls, its Potential Energy decreases while its Kinetic Energy increases.

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What is the relationship between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy in a closed system?

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In a closed system, the total energy (PE + KE) remains constant, meaning energy can transform from one form to another but is not lost.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is the energy evenly split between PE and KE?

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The energy is evenly split between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy at the midpoint of the pendulum's swing.

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How does a pole vault pole store energy?

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A pole vault pole stores Potential Energy when it is bent, which is then converted to Kinetic Energy as it straightens out.

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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 Potential Energy is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.