Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is the definition of kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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Where is kinetic energy maximum on a roller coaster?

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At the bottom of a big hill.

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What happens to kinetic energy as a roller coaster climbs a hill?

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Kinetic energy is converted into potential energy.

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What type of energy is stored when you compress a spring?

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Elastic energy.

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What are examples of chemical potential energy?

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Wood, batteries, gasoline, and food.

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What is the relationship between potential energy and height?

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Potential energy increases with height.

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy (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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Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy held by an object because of its height above the ground.

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How does energy transform during a roller coaster ride?

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Energy transforms between kinetic and potential energy as the coaster moves up and down hills.

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