Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy (KE)?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It depends on the mass and speed of the object.

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What is Potential Energy (PE)?

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Potential Energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. It can be gravitational, elastic, or chemical.

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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 calculating Kinetic Energy?

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The formula for Kinetic Energy is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for calculating Potential Energy?

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The formula for Potential Energy is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What type of energy does a stretched rubber band have?

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A stretched rubber band has Elastic Potential Energy.

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When is Potential Energy at its maximum?

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Potential Energy is at its maximum when an object is at its highest point.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy in everyday life?

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An example of Kinetic Energy is a moving car or a flowing river.

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What is an example of Potential Energy in everyday life?

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An example of Potential Energy is a book on a shelf or water stored in a dam.

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How does work relate to energy?

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Work is done when energy is transferred from one object to another, resulting in a change in energy.