Energy Transformations Review

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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 state, such as a swing at rest.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, which depends on its mass and velocity.

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What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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Where is kinetic energy maximum on a rollercoaster?

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Kinetic energy is maximum at the bottom of a big hill on a rollercoaster.

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What happens to energy during transformations?

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During energy transformations, energy changes from one form to another, such as from potential to kinetic energy.

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Can energy be destroyed?

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No, energy cannot be destroyed; it can only change forms.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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An example of potential energy is a rock held at a height above the ground.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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An example of kinetic energy is a moving car.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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How does energy transformation occur in a pendulum?

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In a pendulum, energy transforms from potential energy at the highest point to kinetic energy at the lowest point.