Potential vs. Kinetic Energy

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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 height. 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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How is Potential Energy calculated?

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Potential Energy (PE) = mass (m) × gravitational acceleration (g) × height (h).

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How is Kinetic Energy calculated?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) = 1/2 × mass (m) × velocity (v)².

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What factors affect Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is affected by the mass of the object and its height above the ground.

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What factors affect Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is affected by the mass of the object and the square of its velocity.

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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 happens to Kinetic Energy as an object slows down?

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As an object slows down, its Kinetic Energy decreases.

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Is Potential Energy converted to Kinetic Energy?

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Yes, Potential Energy can be converted to Kinetic Energy when an object moves from a higher position to a lower position.

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What is the relationship between mass and Potential Energy?

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Mass and Potential Energy are directly proportional; as mass increases, Potential Energy increases.