Kinetic and 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 the speed at which it is moving.

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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 condition.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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The pulled back string on an archer's bow is an example of potential energy.

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What happens to Potential Energy at the top of a hill on a roller coaster?

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At the top of a hill on a roller coaster, the potential energy is at its maximum, often considered 100%.

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What type of energy is stored when you stretch a rubber band?

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When you stretch a rubber band, you are storing potential energy.

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What type of energy is present when a roller coaster is speeding down a hill?

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When a roller coaster is speeding down a hill, it has kinetic energy.

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What is the relationship between height and Potential Energy?

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The higher an object is positioned, the more potential energy it has due to gravity.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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

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What is the formula for calculating Potential Energy?

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

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What happens to Kinetic Energy as an object slows down?

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As an object slows down, its kinetic energy decreases.