Kinetic and Potential Energy

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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 its velocity.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy that has the potential to do work. It is based on an object's position or condition.

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What is an example of Potential Energy?

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A rock at the edge of a cliff has Potential Energy due to its height.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy?

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A moving car has Kinetic Energy because it is in motion.

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How does height affect Potential Energy?

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The higher an object is, the more Potential Energy it has due to gravity.

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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 the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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

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What is the formula for Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy (PE) = mass (m) * gravity (g) * height (h).

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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 type of energy does a waving hand have?

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A waving hand has Kinetic Energy.