Mechanical Energy

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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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.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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Is a moving car an example of mechanical energy?

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Yes, a moving car has kinetic energy.

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Is a stretched rubber band an example of mechanical energy?

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Yes, a stretched rubber band has potential energy.

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Is a book on a shelf an example of mechanical energy?

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Yes, the book has potential energy due to its height.

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Is a rolling ball an example of mechanical energy?

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Yes, the rolling ball has kinetic energy.

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What happens to potential energy when an object falls?

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The potential energy is converted into kinetic energy as it falls.

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Can mechanical energy be transformed from one form to another?

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Yes, mechanical energy can change between potential and kinetic energy.

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Is a stationary bicycle an example of mechanical energy?

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No, a stationary bicycle does not have kinetic energy.