Energy

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What is potential energy?

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

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At which point is potential energy greatest?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest point of an object's position.

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What is kinetic energy?

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

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What kind of energy does a rock at the edge of a cliff have?

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A rock at the edge of a cliff has potential energy.

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What is elastic potential energy?

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Elastic potential energy is the energy stored in an object when it is stretched or compressed.

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What happens to potential energy as 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 is the formula for kinetic energy?

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

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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.

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Give an example of potential energy.

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A book on a shelf has potential energy due to its height.

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Give an example of kinetic energy.

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A moving car has kinetic energy due to its motion.