P1 - Conservation Of Energy Flashcards
1
Q
What is the equation for energy transfer/work done?
A
Work done (J) = Force x Distance
2
Q
What is the equation for Change in gravitational potential energy store?
A
GPE (J) = Mass x Gravitational field strength (N/kg) x change of height
3
Q
What happens to the gravitational potential energy of something when it goes up?
A
It increases
4
Q
What is the equation for kinetic energy?
A
KE = 1/2 x mass x speed^2