Potential & Kinetic Energy

Front

What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to do work.

Front

At which point of the roller coaster is potential energy the greatest?

Back

Potential energy is greatest at point W.

Front

What does the equation KE = 1/2 mass x velocity² represent?

Back

This equation is used to find Kinetic Energy.

Front

Which point has the most potential energy?

Back

Point A has the most potential energy.

Front

What type of relationship do Potential and Kinetic Energy have?

Back

They have an inverse relationship.

Front

Define Kinetic Energy.

Back

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

Front

Define Potential Energy.

Back

Potential Energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

Front

What factors affect Kinetic Energy?

Back

Kinetic Energy depends on the mass and velocity of an object.

Front

What is the formula for Potential Energy?

Back

Potential Energy = mass x gravity x height.

Front

How does height affect Potential Energy?

Back

As height increases, Potential Energy increases.