Forms of Energy

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What two factors affect kinetic energy?

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Speed and mass.

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What is electrical potential energy?

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Electrical charges that are not moving yet; it can be converted to electricity.

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is speed.

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How are speed and kinetic energy related?

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They are directly proportional.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Energy released from the nucleus of an atom.

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What is the unit of energy?

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Joule (J).

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What is potential energy?

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Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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The sum of kinetic and potential energy in an object.

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What is thermal energy?

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Energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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