Kinetic and Potential Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It depends on the mass of the object and the speed at which it is moving.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is stored energy that an object has due to its position or state. It can be gravitational, elastic, or chemical energy.

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Where is gravitational potential energy the highest?

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Gravitational potential energy is highest at the highest point above the ground, such as on a roof.

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What factors affect Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy depends on mass and height above the ground.

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What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

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The formula for Kinetic Energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the formula for Potential Energy?

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The formula for Gravitational Potential Energy (PE) is PE = mgh, where m is mass, g is the acceleration due to gravity, and h is height.

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What happens to Potential Energy when an object falls?

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As an object falls, its Potential Energy decreases while its Kinetic Energy increases.

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Can an object have both Kinetic and Potential Energy?

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Yes, an object can have both Kinetic and Potential Energy, such as a person climbing a ladder.

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What is an example of Potential Energy?

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A drawn bow has Potential Energy due to the tension in the string.

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What is an example of Kinetic Energy?

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A moving car has Kinetic Energy due to its motion.