Potential and Kinetic Energy

Front

What kind of energy is in a person climbing a ladder?

Back

Both potential and kinetic energy are present when a person climbs a ladder. Potential energy increases as they climb higher, while kinetic energy is present due to their movement.

Front

What kind of energy is in a stretched rubber band?

Back

Elastic Potential energy is stored in a stretched rubber band, as it has the potential to return to its original shape.

Front

At which point is potential energy greatest?

Back

Potential energy is greatest at point W, where the object is at its highest position.

Front

__________ is stored energy.

Back

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

Front

Energy due to motion is ____________ energy.

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy that an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

Front

What is gravitational potential energy?

Back

Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its height above the ground, calculated as PE = mgh (mass x gravity x height).

Front

How does height affect potential energy?

Back

As height increases, potential energy increases because it is directly proportional to height.

Front

What happens to kinetic energy when an object slows down?

Back

When an object slows down, its kinetic energy decreases because kinetic energy is dependent on the speed of the object.

Front

Can an object have both potential and kinetic energy at the same time?

Back

Yes, an object can have both potential and kinetic energy simultaneously, such as a roller coaster at the top of a hill (potential) that is about to descend (kinetic).