Kinetic energy — definition?
Energy due to an object's motion.
Kinetic energy — formula?
KE = 1/2 × mass × velocity squared.
Kinetic energy — factors?
Mass and velocity influence KE.
Units of KE?
Measured in Joules (J).
Potential energy — role?
Stored energy an object possesses.
Gravitational PE — example?
A boulder on a cliff.
Chemical PE — example?
Energy in gasoline bonds.
Elastic PE — example?
Energy in a stretched mousetrap.
Answer 4 questions on Understanding Kinetic and Potential Energy.
1. What is potential energy primarily defined as?
2. What is the standard unit used to measure kinetic energy?
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