A-LEVEL PHYSICS: 4.6.5: Kinetic & Gravitational Potential Energy (SaveMyExams) Flashcards
1
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What is ‘Kinetic Energy’?
A
Kinetic Energy is Energy an Object has due to its Motion (or Velocity).
2
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When an object is falling, it is gaining ___ ___. Why?
A
Kinetic Energy. Because it is Accelerating.
3
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What is ‘Gravitational Potential Energy’?
A
Gravitational Potential Energy is Energy stored in a Mass due to its Position in a Gravitational Field.
4
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If a Mass is lifted up, it will ___ GPE.
A
Gain
5
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If a Mass falls, it will ___ GPE.
A
Lose
6
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Since GPE-Height Graphs are Straight Lines through the Origin, GPE & Height have…
A
a Linear Relationship
