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9. Work & Energy
Intro to Energy & Kinetic Energy
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Potential energy is one type of energy. What is the other main type of energy?
A
Chemical energy
B
Nuclear energy
C
Thermal energy
D
Kinetic energy
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Understand the concept of energy: Energy is the ability to do work or produce change. It exists in various forms, and the two main types are potential energy and kinetic energy.
Define potential energy: Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration. For example, a rock at the top of a hill has gravitational potential energy.
Define kinetic energy: Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. Any object that is moving has kinetic energy, which depends on its mass and velocity.
Differentiate between potential and kinetic energy: While potential energy is stored energy based on position, kinetic energy is active energy based on motion. Both are fundamental concepts in physics.
Recognize other forms of energy: While potential and kinetic are the main types, energy can also exist in other forms such as chemical, nuclear, and thermal energy, which are specific types of potential or kinetic energy.
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