Conservation of Energy Flashcards
1
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Energy can be transferred from one form to another
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Law of Energy
2
Q
Total amount of kinetic energy and potential energy in a system
A
Mechanical Energy
3
Q
Formula for Mechanical Energy
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Mechanical Energy = PE + KE
Potential Energy + Kinetic Energy
4
Q
Energy may change form but it can’t be created or destroyed under ordinary conditions.
A
Law of Conversation of Energy
5
Q
Potential Energy Formula
A
PEg = mgh
6
Q
Kinetic Energy Formula
A
KE = 1/2 mv2
7
Q
Examples of Kinetic and Potential Energy
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