Kinetic and Potential Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object that is in motion. It depends on the mass and speed of the object.

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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 can be converted into kinetic energy.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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A boy running around a track is an example of Kinetic Energy because he is in motion.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A cup sitting on the edge of a table is an example of Potential Energy because it has the potential to fall.

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What happens to Potential Energy when 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 factors affect Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is affected by the mass of the object and the square of its speed.

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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 Gravitational Potential Energy?

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Gravitational Potential Energy is the potential energy held by an object because of its height above the ground.

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How does height affect Potential Energy?

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The higher an object is, the more Potential Energy it has due to the force of gravity acting on it.

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What is an example of an object with high Potential Energy?

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A rock held at the top of a hill has high Potential Energy due to its height.

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