Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is stored energy called?

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Potential energy

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What energy change occurs at the top of a roller coaster?

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Kinetic energy is changed into potential energy.

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What is the formula for calculating gravitational potential energy?

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GPE = mgh (mass x gravity x height)

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of an object due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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Can energy be created or destroyed?

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No, energy can only be converted from one form to another.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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It is converted into kinetic energy.

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What factors affect kinetic energy?

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Mass and speed of the object.

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What is the relationship between height and potential energy?

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Higher objects have more potential energy.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A moving car or a running person.