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Which method will NOT increase the gravitational potential energy of an object?
Which method will NOT increase the gravitational potential energy of an object?
What is the formula used to calculate kinetic energy?
What is the formula used to calculate kinetic energy?
If a 4 kg ball is moving at 5 m/s, what is its kinetic energy?
If a 4 kg ball is moving at 5 m/s, what is its kinetic energy?
How does doubling the mass of an object affect its kinetic energy if the speed remains the same?
How does doubling the mass of an object affect its kinetic energy if the speed remains the same?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a force that acts without physical contact?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a force that acts without physical contact?
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Study Notes
Potential and Kinetic Energy
- Force can be exerted without contact (e.g., gravity, electric, magnetic fields)
- To increase gravitational potential energy (GPE), either increase the height or mass
- GPE calculation: GPE = mgh (mass x gravity x height)
- Example: GPE of a 3kg book 2m above the ground (assuming gravity 9.8m/s²): 58.8J
Kinetic Energy
- Kinetic energy (KE) depends on mass and speed
- KE calculation: KE = ½mv² (half x mass x speed²)
- Graph A shows speed effect on KE
- Graph B shows mass effect on KE
- Example: KE of a 4kg ball traveling 5 m/s: 50 J
- Doubling the mass of the 8kg ball while keeping the speed the same results in double the kinetic energy: 100 J
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Description
This quiz explores the concepts of potential and kinetic energy, including their definitions, calculations, and examples. It covers factors affecting gravitational potential energy as well as the relationship between mass, speed, and kinetic energy. Test your understanding of these fundamental physics principles!
