Topic 3 Lesson 2

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What is the energy that an object has due to its motion?

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Kinetic energy

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What is the term for the energy needed to lift an object to a certain height?

Back

Work

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What type of potential energy depends on the height of an object?

Back

Gravitational potential energy

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What happens to a person when they jump off a trampoline?

Back

They are sent upward.

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What factors affect the kinetic energy of a skateboard and its rider at the finish line?

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Speed and mass.

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Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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Define gravitational potential energy.

Back

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

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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 velocity).

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What is potential energy?

Back

The stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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How does mass affect kinetic energy?

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Greater mass results in greater kinetic energy if speed is constant.

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