Mechanical Energy

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What is mechanical energy?

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The ability to do work or cause change.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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Mechanical energy is the energy is the ability to cause ________ or do __________.

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change, work

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Which activity is an example of mechanical energy?

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Riding a bike.

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Which statement is true about mechanical energy?

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You always need electrical energy to run a motor.

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What type of energy does a carpenter use with her body to get the job done?

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Mechanical

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What is the formula for mechanical energy?

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Mechanical Energy = Potential Energy + Kinetic Energy

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What is potential energy?

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Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Energy of an object in motion.

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Can mechanical energy be transformed?

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Yes, mechanical energy can be transformed into other forms of energy.

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Give an example of mechanical energy in everyday life.

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A moving car or a swinging pendulum.

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