Energy & Collisions

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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The energy an object has when it is in motion.

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What is Potential Energy?

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

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What is Energy Transformation?

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The conversion (change) of energy from one form to another.

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What happens when a fast-moving car hits a stopped car?

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The fast-moving car would cause more damage.

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What happens when a basketball and a bowling ball collide at the same speed?

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The motion of the basketball will change more than the motion of the bowling ball.

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Why do your hands get warm when you rub them together?

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Some of the kinetic energy is converted to heat energy.

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What is the relationship between speed and damage in collisions?

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Higher speed generally results in more damage during a collision.

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What is an example of Energy Transfer?

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When heat moves from a hot object to a cooler one.

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What is an example of Potential Energy?

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A book on a shelf has potential energy due to its height.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy?

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A moving car has kinetic energy.