Kinetic and Potential Energy

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy that an object has due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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The stored energy of an object due to its position or condition.

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What is the best synonym for potential energy?

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Stored energy.

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When does an object have no kinetic energy?

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When it is at rest.

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What type of energy is greatest when an object is at the highest point?

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Potential energy.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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It is converted to kinetic energy.

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What is the formula for kinetic energy?

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KE = 1/2 mv² (where m is mass and v is velocity).

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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The potential energy an object has due to its height above the ground.

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How does mass affect potential energy?

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The greater the mass, the greater the potential energy.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A rolling ball or a moving car.