Energy Skate Park

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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 is highest when the object is at a greater height.

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When does a skater have the most potential energy in an Energy Skate Park?

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At the top of the ramp.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. It increases as an object's speed increases.

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When does a skater gain kinetic energy in an Energy Skate Park?

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As he travels down the ramp.

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What happens to potential energy as a skater travels down a ramp?

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The skater loses potential energy.

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What is the relationship between mass and total energy in a system?

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If the mass of an object decreases, the total energy in the system also decreases.

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How does height affect potential energy?

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An object has more potential energy when it is positioned higher.

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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 happens to kinetic energy at the bottom of the ramp?

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The skater has maximum kinetic energy at the bottom of the ramp.

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed; it can only be transformed from one form to another.