Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object possesses due to its 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 the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. It has the potential to be converted into kinetic energy.

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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.

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What type of energy does a moving car have?

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A moving car has Kinetic Energy.

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What type of energy does a stretched rubber band have?

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A stretched rubber band has 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 an example of an object with Potential Energy?

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An example of an object with Potential Energy is a book placed on a shelf.

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What is an example of an object with Kinetic Energy?

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An example of an object with Kinetic Energy is a basketball being dribbled.

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At what point is Potential Energy greatest in a roller coaster?

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Potential Energy is greatest at the highest point of the roller coaster.