ICP Winter Final Review

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What is the formula for calculating potential energy (PE)?

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PE = mgh, where m is mass (kg), g is acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s²), and h is height (m).

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What is the potential energy of a 20 kg box lifted 6 m above the ground?

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1200 J (PE = 20 kg * 9.8 m/s² * 6 m).

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What does Newton's Third Law state?

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For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

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What is an example of Newton's Third Law in action?

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A water rocket pushes water out of the nozzle, propelling the rocket forward.

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What is the difference between independent and dependent variables in an experiment?

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The independent variable is manipulated, while the dependent variable changes in response.

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What is a dependent variable?

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The variable that changes as a result of the manipulation of the independent variable.

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What happens when two forces of equal magnitude act in opposite directions?

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The objects will not move at all.

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What is the definition of a constant in an experiment?

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A variable that remains unchanged throughout the experiment.

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What is the significance of control variables in an experiment?

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Control variables are kept constant to ensure that the results are due to the independent variable.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of an object due to its motion, calculated as KE = 1/2 mv².