What is potential energy?
6.8A Potential and Kinetic 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.
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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At what point does an object have the greatest potential energy on an inclined plane?
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At the highest point of the incline.
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How does potential energy change as an object moves down an incline?
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As the object moves down, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to the total energy of a system when potential energy is converted to kinetic energy?
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The total energy remains constant; energy is conserved.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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In a roller coaster, where is the potential energy the greatest?
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At the highest points of the track.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the relationship between potential and kinetic energy in a pendulum?
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At the highest points, potential energy is maximum and kinetic energy is minimum; at the lowest point, kinetic energy is maximum and potential energy is minimum.
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