Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object has due to its motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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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 do work when released.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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A baseball being thrown through the air is an example of kinetic energy.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A basketball sitting on the edge of the rim is an example of potential energy.

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What happens to Potential Energy when 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 relationship between Kinetic and Potential Energy?

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Kinetic and potential energy can transform into each other. For example, when an object is lifted, it gains potential energy, and when it falls, that energy converts to kinetic energy.

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What is an example of an object with both Kinetic and Potential Energy?

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A kangaroo in mid-jump has both potential energy (at the peak of the jump) and kinetic energy (while moving through the air).

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How does height affect Potential Energy?

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The higher an object is positioned, the more potential energy it has due to gravity.

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What is the formula for calculating 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 calculating Potential Energy?

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