Kinetic & Potential Energy

Front

What type of energy is stored when you stretch a rubber band?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What two factors does gravitational potential energy depend on?

Back

Height and mass.

Front

What type of energy is stored in a lifted weight?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

At which point is potential energy greatest in a given scenario?

Back

At the highest point (e.g., point W).

Front

What type of energy is associated with objects that can fall?

Back

Gravitational Potential Energy.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic Energy = 1/2 * mass * velocity^2.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of elastic potential energy.

Back

A compressed spring or a stretched rubber band.

Front

What is the relationship between height and gravitational potential energy?

Back

Gravitational potential energy increases with height.