Kinetic Energy & Potential Energy Study Guide

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What is the definition of elastic potential energy?

Back

Potential energy that is stored in stretched or compressed material.

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What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy that something has because of its motion.

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What is the formula for Gravitational Potential Energy?

Back

Weight x Height Above Ground.

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At which point is potential energy greatest?

Back

Point W.

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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1/2 x Mass x Speed².

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What type of energy is associated with an object's height?

Back

Gravitational Potential Energy.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

It decreases as kinetic energy increases.

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What is the relationship between mass and kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy increases with mass.

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What is an example of elastic potential energy?

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A stretched rubber band.

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How does speed affect kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy increases with the square of speed.