Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is the energy an object has due to its position or condition.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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Which object has the most potential energy?

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A ball resting on the edge of a cliff has the most potential energy.

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What determines the amount of potential energy an object has?

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The height and mass of the object determine its potential energy.

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What is the relationship between potential energy and gravity?

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Objects have the potential to fall due to gravity.

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When is potential energy transformed to kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is transformed to kinetic energy when an object at rest is put into motion.

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Give an example of kinetic energy.

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A car driving down the road is an example of kinetic 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 gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy an object has due to its height above the ground.

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How can you increase the potential energy of an object?

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You can increase the potential energy of an object by raising its height.