What is kinetic energy?
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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It depends on the mass of the object and the speed at which it is moving.
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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 is often associated with the height of an object above the ground.
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At which points does a dropped ball have zero kinetic energy?
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A dropped ball has zero kinetic energy at the highest point (1st floor) and the lowest point (4th floor) when it is momentarily at rest.
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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, demonstrating the transformation of energy.
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What factors affect gravitational potential energy?
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Gravitational potential energy depends on the height of the object above the ground and its mass.
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What is the law of conservation of energy?
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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.
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What is an example of energy transformation?
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An example of energy transformation is when a car rolls down a hill, converting potential energy into kinetic energy.
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