2.6 Gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy(Final)

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What is gravitational potential energy (GPE)?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height above the ground.

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How do you convert grams to kilograms?

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To convert grams to kilograms, divide the number of grams by 1000.

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What factors affect gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy depends on the height of the object and its mass.

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Which has the least gravitational potential energy?

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A ball sitting on the ground has the least gravitational potential energy.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is kinetic energy greatest?

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Kinetic energy is greatest at the lowest point of the swing.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion, calculated using the formula KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

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The formula for gravitational potential energy is GPE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What happens to gravitational potential energy as an object falls?

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As an object falls, its gravitational potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.

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What is the relationship between height and gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy increases as the height of an object increases.

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How does mass affect gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy increases with the mass of the object; more mass means more potential energy.