PE, KE, GPE, & EPE

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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 has the potential to do work when released.

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What is Gravitational Potential Energy?

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Gravitational Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object as it is raised above the ground. It depends on the object's height and mass.

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What factors affect Gravitational Potential Energy?

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Gravitational Potential Energy depends on the mass of the object, the height above the ground, and the strength of gravity.

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What is Elastic Potential Energy?

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Elastic Potential Energy is the energy stored in elastic materials as the result of their stretching or compressing.

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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The formula for Kinetic Energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for Gravitational Potential Energy?

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The formula for Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE) is GPE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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How does height affect Gravitational Potential Energy?

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As the height of an object increases, its Gravitational Potential Energy also increases, assuming mass remains constant.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy in everyday life?

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An example of Kinetic Energy is a moving car or a person running.

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What is an example of Gravitational Potential Energy?

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An example of Gravitational Potential Energy is a book held above the ground.