Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is the definition of 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 is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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How can you increase the Potential Energy of an object?

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You can increase the Potential Energy of an object by raising it to a higher position.

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What is an example of Potential Energy?

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A book on a shelf has Potential Energy due to its height above the ground.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy?

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A moving car has Kinetic Energy due to its motion.

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What factors affect Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy depends on the mass of the object and the square of its velocity.

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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 the formula for calculating Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy (PE) = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What is the relationship between Potential Energy and height?

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Potential Energy increases as the height of an object increases.

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What is an example of an object with low Potential Energy?

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A diving board that is close to the ground has low Potential Energy.