Potential and Kinetic Energy Intro Flashcardizz

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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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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion. It depends on the mass of the object and its velocity.

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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 unit of measurement for potential energy?

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The unit of measurement for potential energy is Joule.

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What factors affect potential energy?

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Potential energy is affected by the height of an object above the ground and its mass.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy an object has due to its height above the ground, calculated as PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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How does height affect potential energy?

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As the height of an object increases, its potential energy increases because it has more stored energy due to its position.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A moving car, a flowing river, or a thrown ball are all examples of kinetic energy.

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What happens to potential energy as 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 potential and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy and vice versa, demonstrating the conservation of energy.