GPE AND KE Flashcards
1
Q
Define potential energy
A
Store energy that is in lifted objects
2
Q
Define kinetic energy
A
Energy in movement
3
Q
What 2 factors affect potential energy
A
-mass and height
4
Q
What 2 factors affect kinetic energy
A
-mass and velocity
5
Q
What are the units for potential energy?
A
Joules
6
Q
What are the units for kinetic energy?
A
Joules
7
Q
What is gravity on Earth?
A
9.8m/s2 towards the Earth