Potential Energy Review

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What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration.

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When does an object have no kinetic energy?

Back

When it's at rest.

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

Back

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

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Which object has the most potential energy?

Back

A ball resting on the edge of a cliff.

Front

True or False: The heavier an object is, the more potential energy it has.

Back

True.

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What is the relationship between height and potential energy?

Back

Potential energy increases with height; the higher an object is, the more potential energy it has.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a windmill?

Back

Mechanical energy is transformed into electrical energy.

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What is chemical potential energy?

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Chemical potential energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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Give an example of an object with high potential energy.

Back

A rock held at the top of a hill.

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What factors affect gravitational potential energy?

Back

Mass, height, and the acceleration due to gravity.