Potential vs. Kinetic Energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change. It exists in various forms, such as light, sound, heat, and motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. For example, a drawn bow has potential energy.

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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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How is kinetic energy calculated?

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Kinetic energy (KE) is calculated using the formula: KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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Can kinetic energy be converted to potential energy?

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Yes, kinetic energy can be converted to potential energy, such as when a roller coaster climbs a hill.

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What is the relationship between kinetic energy and mass?

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The relationship is linear; as mass increases, kinetic energy increases if speed remains constant.

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What is the relationship between kinetic energy and speed?

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The relationship is parabolic; as speed increases, kinetic energy increases exponentially.

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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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What is an example of potential energy?

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A rock held at the top of a hill has potential energy due to its height.

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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.