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Which branch of science is physics a part of?
What is the definition of force?
What is the definition of energy?
What is the definition of potential energy?
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What are the two points that will have the maximum potential energy?
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Study Notes
Physics Overview
- Physics belongs to the natural sciences, focusing on the fundamental principles governing matter, energy, space, and time.
Definition of Force
- Force is an interaction that, when unopposed, changes the motion of an object. It is measured in newtons (N) and quantified by Newton's second law of motion.
Definition of Energy
- Energy is the capacity to perform work or generate heat, existing in various forms such as kinetic, potential, thermal, and chemical.
Definition of Potential Energy
- Potential energy is the stored energy of an object based on its position or configuration, capable of transforming into kinetic energy when the object is set in motion.
Maximum Potential Energy Points
- The two points of maximum potential energy occur at the highest elevation of a system, such as the peak of a hill or the top position of a pendulum swing.
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Description
Test your knowledge on energy at work with this quiz! Learn about the branch of physics and its object of study, explore changes in energy resulting from events or processes, and understand how energy can be stored and transferred. Identify useful energy transfers and discover how energy is wasted.
