Kinetic Energy Brainpop Flashcard

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object has because of its motion.

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When is kinetic energy transferred between objects?

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Kinetic energy is transferred between objects when they collide.

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Which object has kinetic energy?

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A car driving down the road has kinetic energy.

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What factors determine the amount of kinetic energy an object has?

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The amount of kinetic energy an object has depends on its mass and speed.

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What are the two main forms of energy?

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The two main forms of energy are kinetic energy and potential energy.

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What happens to kinetic energy when an object speeds up?

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When an object speeds up, its kinetic energy increases.

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Can an object have kinetic energy if it is not moving?

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No, an object cannot have kinetic energy if it is not moving.

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How does mass affect kinetic energy?

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The greater the mass of an object, the more kinetic energy it has at a given speed.

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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The formula for calculating kinetic energy is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is speed.

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What is an example of potential energy converting to kinetic energy?

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A roller coaster at the top of a hill has potential energy that converts to kinetic energy as it descends.