kinetic theory Flashcards
1
Q
why would an object have energy in it’s kinetic energy store
A
anything moving has energy in it’s kinetic energy store
2
Q
what does the energy in the kinetic energy store depend on?
A
the objects mass and speed
the greater it’s mass and the faster it’s going the more energy there will be in it’s kinetic energy store
3
Q
how do you calculate the amount of energy in an objects kinetic energy store?
A
1/2 x objects mass x speed^2
4
Q
an particle speeds up when its…
A
hotter
5
Q
a particle slows down when it’s…
A
cooler
