Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is Potential 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.

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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 and speed of the object.

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Where is maximum potential energy found on a roller coaster?

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At the top of a big hill.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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The potential energy decreases as the kinetic energy increases.

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What type of energy does a flashlight have when it is turned off?

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Potential Energy.

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

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GPE = mass × gravity × height (GPE = mgh).

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What happens to kinetic energy when an object speeds up?

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The kinetic energy increases.

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What type of energy is present in a stretched rubber band?

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Potential Energy.

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How does height affect potential energy?

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The higher an object is, the more potential energy it has.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A moving car.