8th Grade 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.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or height above the ground.

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What type of energy does a moving skateboard possess?

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Kinetic Energy.

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Where does a bike on a hill have the most Potential Energy?

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At the top of the hill.

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The energy stored in an object is called _____________ energy.

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Potential energy.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy = 1/2 * mass * velocity^2.

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What is the formula for calculating Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy = mass * gravity * height.

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What happens to Potential Energy as an object falls?

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It decreases as it converts to Kinetic Energy.

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What is the unit of energy?

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Joule (J).

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How does mass affect Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy increases with greater mass if velocity is constant.