Potential energy review

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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 be converted into kinetic energy.

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What factors affect gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy depends on the height and mass of the object.

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What is kinetic energy?

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

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Where is potential energy maximum on a roller coaster?

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At the top of a big hill.

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What type of potential energy is stored in a compressed spring?

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Elastic potential energy.

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

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The formula is PE = mgh, where PE is potential energy, m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is energy of motion.

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Can potential energy be converted to other forms of energy?

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Yes, potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy or other forms of energy.

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What is an example of chemical potential energy?

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Food contains chemical potential energy that can be released during digestion.