Potential & Kinetic Energy

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy that has the potential to do work. It is energy that is not currently in motion.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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Give an example of Potential Energy.

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A box stored on the top shelf of a closet has potential energy because it can fall.

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Give an example of Kinetic Energy.

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A rolling ball has kinetic energy because it is moving.

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What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?

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When an object falls, its potential energy is converted into kinetic energy.

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What is the relationship between Potential and Kinetic Energy?

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Potential energy can be converted into kinetic energy and vice versa, depending on the object's position and motion.

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What type of energy is a car waiting at a red light?

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Potential Energy, because it is not moving.

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What type of energy is a person standing on a diving board?

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Potential Energy, because they are not yet in motion.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy in everyday life?

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A running dog has kinetic energy because it is moving.

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What type of energy is stored in a stretched rubber band?

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Potential Energy, because it has the potential to snap back.