Potential or Kinetic Energy?

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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. It has the potential to do work when released.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Kinetic Energy?
Back
Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. It depends on the mass of the object and its velocity.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an object with Potential Energy.
Back
A stretched rubber band has Potential Energy because it can do work when released.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an object with Kinetic Energy.
Back
A running boy has Kinetic Energy because he is in motion.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?
Back
As an object falls, its Potential Energy decreases while its Kinetic Energy increases.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the formula for 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.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the formula for Potential Energy?
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The formula for Potential Energy (PE) is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.
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