Kinetic and Potential Energy Concepts

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. It can be converted into kinetic energy.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. It depends on the mass of the object and its velocity.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) = 1/2 * mass (m) * velocity (v)^2.

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What is the difference between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy based on position, while Kinetic Energy is energy of motion.

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What type of energy is stored in a compressed spring?

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Elastic Potential Energy.

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What factors affect Potential Energy?

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The height of the object above the ground and its mass.

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What is Chemical Potential Energy?

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Chemical Potential Energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or batteries.

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At what point is Potential Energy greatest in a roller coaster?

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At the highest point of the track.

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What type of energy does a moving car have?

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Kinetic Energy.

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What happens to Potential Energy as an object falls?

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As an object falls, its Potential Energy decreases while its Kinetic Energy increases.