Identifying 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 and speed of the object.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy that has the potential to do work in the future. It is often related to an object's position or state.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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A moving car, a spinning top, or a flowing river are all examples of Kinetic Energy.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A book on a shelf, a drawn bow, or water stored in a dam are examples of Potential Energy.

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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 Kinetic and Potential Energy?

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Kinetic and Potential Energy can transform into each other. For example, when a roller coaster goes down a hill, Potential Energy converts to Kinetic Energy.

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What is a system in terms of energy?

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A system is a collection of parts that work together to perform a function or produce energy.

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What is an example of a system?

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A bicycle is a system that includes parts like wheels, pedals, and gears that work together to allow movement.

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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The formula for Kinetic Energy (KE) 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 (PE) is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.