Kinetic vs. Potential Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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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 state.

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When Potential Energy is High, Kinetic Energy is _______

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Low

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Potential and Kinetic Energy have a _______________ relationship.

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Inverse

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True or False: Kinetic Energy and Potential Energy have a direct relationship.

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False

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What do you measure Kinetic Energy in?

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Joules

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What happens to Kinetic Energy when an object slows down?

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Kinetic Energy decreases.

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What happens to Potential Energy when an object is lifted higher?

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Potential Energy increases.

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Give an example of an object with high Potential Energy.

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A book on a high shelf.