Kinetic & Potential Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion, calculated using the formula KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state, commonly gravitational potential energy, calculated using PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is Kinetic Energy highest?

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At the lowest point of the swing.

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How can we increase the gravitational potential energy of an object?

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By increasing its height or mass.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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KE = 1/2 mv².

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What is the formula for calculating Potential Energy?

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PE = mgh.

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Is a child running around the playground an example of Kinetic or Potential Energy?

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Kinetic Energy (KE).

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What happens to Kinetic Energy as the speed of an object increases?

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Kinetic Energy increases, as it is proportional to the square of the speed.

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What is the relationship between mass and Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy increases with an increase in mass.

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What type of energy is stored in a compressed spring?

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Potential Energy.