Generation Genius : Collision

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What is a collision?

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A collision is when one object runs into another object.

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What happens when the speed increases in a collision?

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More energy is transferred and the distance increases.

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What occurs when two objects collide?

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Energy of one object is transferred to the other.

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What happens to energy during a collision?

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Energy can be transferred into movement, sound, and heat.

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When is energy transferred in a collision?

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Energy is transferred at the moment of impact.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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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.

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How does mass affect a collision?

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The mass of an object can influence the amount of energy transferred during a collision.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

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What is an example of energy transfer in sports?

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When a baseball bat hits a ball, energy is transferred from the bat to the ball.