Chapter 24 - ENERGY Flashcards
1
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definition of gravitational potential energy
A
the energy an object possesses due to its position relative to a reference point
2
Q
definition of kinetic energy
A
the energy an object has as a result of the objects motion
3
Q
definition of mechanical energy
A
the sun of gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy at a point
4
Q
define the law of conservation of energy
A
total energy cannot be destroyed nor created ; only transferred from 1 form to another
5
Q
define the principle of conservation of mechanical energy
A
in the absence of air resistance of any external forces, the mechanical energy of an object is constant
6
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define energy
A
ability to do work
