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Two general types of energy are kinetic energy and?
Potential energy. An example of potential energy is a charged mouse trap. An example of kinetic energy is the mouse trap being sprung. Potential energy can be thought of as "stored kinetic energy". And kinetic energy can be thought of as "released potential energy"
Is a waterfall a example of kinetic energy?
It is an example of conversion of potential energy (at the top) into kinetic energy (at the bottom).
Example of conversion of gravitational potential energy into kinetic energy?
The simplest example is a falling object. Its potential energy is reduced, while its speed, and thus its kinetic energy, increases.
Is energy stored in gasoline is an example of kinetic energy?
No, energy stored in gasoline is an example of potential energy. Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy that has the potential to do work. Gasoline must be burned to release the energy stored within it, converting it into kinetic energy.
Is a water fall an example of kinetic energy?
Kinetic Energy = 1/2 Mass * Velocity squared KE = (1/2)mV2 Your stream has mass and, if running, has velocity. So, this would be an example of generated kinetic energy.
What has kinetic and potential energy?
A roller coaster is a good example for a place to find both kinetic and potential energy. Before a drop, it has potential energy. At the end of a drop, it has kinetic energy. Half way through the drop, it has kinetic and potential energy at the same time.
When does potential energy turn into kinetic energy?
when an object moves, it becomes kinetic energy. example-a rollercoaster
How does potential energy transform into kinetic energy in a physical system?
Potential energy transforms into kinetic energy in a physical system when an object's position changes, causing the potential energy to decrease and the kinetic energy to increase. This transformation occurs as the object moves due to the force of gravity or other external forces acting on it.
What is difference between potential and kinetic energy give two examples?
If the object is placed at height, it has potential energy and when this object falls down, this potential energy is converted to kinetic (kinesis means movement) energy. If we have to lift object at height , we have to spend energy, witch is released during fall of the object. Example is when water comes down in hydroelectric power station potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. Witch is used to rotate wheel, creating electricity.
Is wind blowing an example of potential energy?
Wind blowing is an example of kinetic energy, not potential energy. Potential energy is energy stored in an object due to its position or state, whereas kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.
Elastic energy is the total potential and kinetic energy in a system?
No. For example a falling stone is converting potential energy of gravitational attraction into kinetic energy, and there is no elastic energy.
Is a stick of unit dynamite an example of kinetic energy?
No, a stick of dynamite is potential energy because it has the potential to explode and release kinetic energy.
