CP3D Stored energies

Question 1

What is GPE

Answer 1

Gravitational potential energy is energy that is stored because of an objects position in a gravitational field.

Question 2

What is the equation for GPE

Answer 2

Change in GPE (J) = mass (kg) x gravitational field strength (N/kg) x change in vertical height (m)

ΔGPE = mxgx Δh

Question 3

What is kinetic energy

Answer 3

Energy stored in moving objects

Question 4

What is the equation for KE

Answer 4

KE (J) = 1/2 x mass (kg) x (speed)2 (m/s)2