Kinetic & Potential Energy Flashcardizz Review

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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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. For example, a book on a shelf has potential energy because of its height.

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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 happens to Kinetic Energy when an object slows down?

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When an object slows down, its kinetic energy decreases.

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What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?

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As an object falls, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy in everyday life.

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A moving skateboard, a running dog, or a flowing river are all examples of kinetic energy.

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Give an example of Potential Energy in everyday life.

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A stretched rubber band, a book on a shelf, or water behind a dam are examples of potential energy.

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At which point is Kinetic Energy greatest in a swinging pendulum?

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Kinetic energy is greatest at the lowest point of the swing.

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At which point is Potential Energy greatest in a swinging pendulum?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest points of the swing.

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What type of energy does a flag blowing in the wind represent?

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A flag blowing in the wind represents Kinetic Energy.