Potential and Kinetic Energy Test

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What is chemical potential energy?

Back

Chemical potential energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like atoms and molecules. It is released or absorbed during a chemical reaction.

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At what point in a pendulum's swing is potential energy at its maximum?

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Potential energy is at its maximum at the highest points of the pendulum's swing.

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Where does a rock have the greatest kinetic energy during its fall?

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A rock has the greatest kinetic energy at the lowest point of its fall.

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What type of energy does a baseball have when held by a pitcher?

Back

A baseball held by a pitcher has potential energy.

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What type of energy is stored when a spring is compressed?

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When a spring is compressed, it stores elastic potential energy.

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Define kinetic energy.

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

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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The formula for kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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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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What are the two main types of potential energy?

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The two main types of potential energy are gravitational potential energy and elastic potential energy.

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How does height affect gravitational potential energy?

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