Potential and Kinetic Energy

Front

What is stored energy called?

Back

Potential Energy

Front

What type of energy does a boy have when standing on top of a slide?

Back

Potential Energy

Front

Gravitational potential energy depends on which two factors?

Back

Height and mass

Front

What kind of energy is present in a person climbing a ladder?

Back

Both Potential and Kinetic Energy

Front

What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

Back

Potential Energy = mass × gravity × height

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Energy of an object in motion.

Front

How does mass affect kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy increases with mass.

Front

What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

It converts to kinetic energy.

Front

What is the relationship between potential and kinetic energy in a roller coaster?

Back

Potential energy is highest at the top, kinetic energy is highest at the bottom.

Front

What is the unit of energy?

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Joule (J)