Quick Six December 12

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state. It is the energy that has the potential to do work.

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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 of the object and the speed at which it is moving.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is potential energy highest?

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Potential energy is highest at the highest point of the swing, where the pendulum is momentarily at rest.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is kinetic energy highest?

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Kinetic energy is highest at the lowest point of the swing, where the pendulum is moving the fastest.

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What factors affect potential energy?

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Potential energy is affected by the height of the object and its mass.

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What factors affect kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is affected by the speed of the object and its mass.

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How can you increase an object's potential energy?

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You can increase an object's potential energy by raising its height.

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How can you increase an object's kinetic energy?

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You can increase an object's kinetic energy by increasing its speed.

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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 and kinetic energy in a pendulum?

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In a pendulum, potential energy is converted to kinetic energy and vice versa as it swings.