Potential and Kinetic Energy

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is the stored energy of 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 the speed at which it is moving.

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At which point is potential energy greatest on a roller coaster?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest point of the roller coaster.

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How much potential energy is at the top of a hill on a roller coaster ride?

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100% potential energy is at the top of the hill.

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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 is stored in gasoline in a car tank when the car is not on?

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The energy stored in gasoline is potential energy.

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Which of the following is NOT true about Potential Energy?

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Potential energy only occurs when an object is in motion is NOT true.

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the relationship between potential energy and height?

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Potential energy increases with height; the higher an object is, the more potential energy it has.

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Can an object have both potential and kinetic energy at the same time?

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Yes, an object can have both potential and kinetic energy simultaneously, such as a swinging pendulum.