Kinetic vs Potential Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. It has the potential to do work when released.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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A gymnast doing a backflip is an example of kinetic energy because she is in motion.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A bird sitting on an egg is an example of potential energy because the egg is stationary and has stored energy.

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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.

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What is the relationship between Kinetic and Potential Energy?

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Kinetic and potential energy can transform into each other. For example, when a roller coaster goes down a hill, potential energy converts to kinetic energy.

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What type of energy does a stick of dynamite have?

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A stick of dynamite has potential energy because it is stored energy that can be released.

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What type of energy is present when shooting a basketball?

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Shooting a basketball involves kinetic energy because the ball is in motion.

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How can you increase the Kinetic Energy of an object?

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You can increase the kinetic energy of an object by increasing its speed or mass.

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How can you increase the Potential Energy of an object?

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You can increase the potential energy of an object by raising its height or changing its position.