Kinetic vs Potential Energy

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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 its speed.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state. It can be converted into kinetic energy.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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An eagle flying through the air is an example of kinetic energy.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A phone sitting on a desk is an example of potential energy.

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What happens to Potential Energy when 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 formula for Kinetic Energy?

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The formula for kinetic energy is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for Potential Energy?

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The formula for potential energy is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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How does height affect Potential Energy?

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The higher an object is, the more potential energy it has due to its position.

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What type of energy do birthday candles burning represent?

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Birthday candles burning represent kinetic energy.

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What type of energy does a stick of dynamite represent?

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A stick of dynamite represents potential energy.