Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy that has the potential to do work. It is energy based on an object's position or state.

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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 and speed of the object.

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At which point is potential energy greatest in a roller coaster ride?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest point of the ride.

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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 law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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How does speed affect kinetic energy?

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The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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What type of energy does a stretched rubber band have?

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A stretched rubber band has potential energy due to its position.

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What type of energy does a moving car have?

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A moving car has kinetic energy due to its motion.

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Can an object have both potential and kinetic energy at the same time?

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Yes, an object can have both potential and kinetic energy, such as a person climbing a ladder.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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An example of potential energy is a book on a shelf, which has energy due to its height.