10.2 Kinetic energy and potential energy Flashcards
1
Q
What is Kinetic energy?
A
» Is the energy of an object due to its motion
2
Q
What is the equation for kinetic energy?
A
Ek = 1/2 x m x v^2
3
Q
What is potential energy?
A
» Energy of an object due to its position
4
Q
Work done is equal to?
A
» Force x Distance
5
Q
What is the equation for gravitational potential energy?
A
» mgh
