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. For example, a ball at the top of a hill has potential energy because of its height.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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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. For example, a ball on a cliff has more potential energy than a ball on the ground.

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What happens to potential energy when an object falls?

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

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What is the formula for kinetic energy?

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The formula for kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the relationship between mass and kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy increases with mass. A heavier object moving at the same speed has more kinetic energy than a lighter object.

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When does an object have maximum potential energy?

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An object has maximum potential energy when it is at its highest point, such as at the top of a hill.

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When does an object have maximum kinetic energy?

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An object has maximum kinetic energy when it is moving at its highest speed.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A stretched rubber band has potential energy because it is stored energy that can be released when the band is let go.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A moving car has kinetic energy because it is in motion.