Potential and Kinetic Energy

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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 the speed at which it is moving.

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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. It has the potential to be converted 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 formula for Potential Energy?

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The formula for potential energy (PE) is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy in everyday life.

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A moving car, a flowing river, or a person running are all examples of kinetic energy.

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Give an example of Potential Energy in everyday life.

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A drawn bow, a rock at the top of a hill, or water stored in a dam are examples of potential 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 type of energy does a compressed spring have?

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A compressed spring has potential energy due to its position and the force applied to compress it.

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What type of energy does a skateboarder have at the top of a ramp?

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At the top of a ramp, a skateboarder has maximum potential energy.