Chapter 3.2 - Energy Transformation Flashcards
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Joule (J)
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Unit of measure for energy
2
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Calculating Potential Energy
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PE= mgh
3
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Calculating Kinetic Energy
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KE= 1/2m•v^2
4
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Law of Conservation of Energy
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The idea that energy converts from one form into another without a change in the total amount
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Energy
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A quantity that measures the ability to cause change