Potential and Kinetic Energy 4th Grade

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of motion. It is the energy an object has because it is moving.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy. It is the energy an object has because of its position or condition.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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A car rolling along the road is an example of Kinetic Energy.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A boy at the top of a slide has Potential Energy because he can slide down.

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What happens to Potential Energy when an object starts moving?

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When an object starts moving, its Potential Energy is transformed into Kinetic Energy.

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What type of energy does a drawn bow have?

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A drawn bow has Potential Energy because it is storing energy that can be released.

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What type of energy does a swimming shark have?

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A swimming shark has Kinetic Energy because it is in motion.

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What is the energy transformation in a lamp?

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The energy transformation in a lamp is from electrical energy to light energy.

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What type of energy is associated with a stationary object?

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A stationary object has Potential Energy because it is not moving.

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What is an example of energy transformation?

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When a light bulb converts electrical energy into light energy, that is an example of energy transformation.