3.4.1.8 - Conservation Of Energy Flashcards
1
Q
Examples of energy stores?
A
GPE, elastic, thermal
2
Q
Examples of energy transfers?
A
Kinetic, electrical
3
Q
GPE =
A
mgh
4
Q
KE =
A
1/2 mv^2
5
Q
Gravitational potential energy is what?
A
Energy stored in an object because of its position in the earth’s gravitational field.
6
Q
What is GPE equal to?
A
KE
7
Q
What is the equation for the component of weight acting down the slope?
A
Mg sin0