Potential & Kinetic Energy Review

Front

What is the relationship between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy?

Back

They have an inverse relationship; when one increases, the other decreases.

Front

What type of energy is represented by gasoline in a car tank when the car is not on?

Back

Potential Energy

Front

How much gravitational potential energy does a 6kg cat have when it falls 5 meters?

Back

294 J

Front

What is the equation for Kinetic Energy?

Back

KE = 1/2 mass x velocity²

Front

Which point has the most potential energy in a given scenario?

Back

Point A

Front

Define Potential Energy.

Back

Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

Define Kinetic Energy.

Back

Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

Front

What factors affect Kinetic Energy?

Back

Kinetic Energy depends on the mass of the object and the square of its velocity.

Front

What is the formula to calculate Potential Energy?

Back

PE = mass x gravity x height (PE = mgh) where gravity is approximately 9.81 m/s².

Front

Give an example of an object with high Potential Energy.

Back

A rock at the edge of a cliff has high Potential Energy due to its height.