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Normally, in most contexts, the opposite of "kinetic" (moving) could be "static" (not moving).

When talking about 'energy' the opposite of "kinetic" can be "potential", i.e., kinetic energy vs potential energy. An object in ballistic motion (i.e., moving only under the influence of a simple gravitational field) may exchange its energy between kinetic and potential forms, perhaps even repeatedly, but the sum of the two will remain constant. Examples (neglecting friction) include a pendulum, a roller coaster and a satellite in an elliptical orbit.

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Who worked out that Kinetic had an opposite at all because it doesn't Potential is having the prospect of becoming kinetic so how is that an opposite What could be still in relation to all else?

Actually, the opposite of Kinetic is Static. Kinetic means "in motion", static means "not moving".


What is opposite of kinetic energy?

The opposite of kinetic energy is potential energy. While kinetic energy is the energy of motion, potential energy is the energy that an object possesses due to its position or state.


Can kinetic energies cancel?

Yes, kinetic energies can cancel each other out when they are equal in magnitude but opposite in direction. For example, two objects of equal mass moving in opposite directions with the same speed will have kinetic energies that cancel each other out. This results in a net kinetic energy of zero for the system.


The direction of kinetic friction is always?

against motion For example, if I push a box to the left, kinetic friction is going to the left.


Is it true that when increases the average kinetic energy of the particles decrease?

No. It is the opposite. When temperature increases, the average kinetic energy of the particles also increases.


When is kinetic energy negative in a physical system?

Kinetic energy is negative in a physical system when the object is moving in the opposite direction of the force acting upon it.


Is it possible for the kinetic energy of an object to be negative?

Yes, it is possible for the kinetic energy of an object to be negative. This can occur when the object is moving in the opposite direction of a force acting upon it, resulting in a decrease in its kinetic energy.


When is kinetic friction a good thing?

It involves the opposite sex I'll give you that much


Is it possible for kinetic energy to have a negative value?

Yes, kinetic energy can have a negative value when an object is moving in the opposite direction of a reference point or when its speed is decreasing.


What is the forces acting on a car?

kinetic energy from the engine whereas opposite force act on it called friction..


Why can't kinetic energy be negative?

Kinetic energy cannot be negative because it is a measure of an object's motion and velocity, which are always positive values. Negative kinetic energy would imply that an object is moving in the opposite direction of its velocity, which is not physically possible.


How can the work-kinetic energy theorem explain why the force of sliding friction reduces the kinetic energy of a particle?

Work = change in Kinetic Energy Because friction acts in the opposite direction of the motion of an object, kinetic energy must be decreased in order to maintain the above equation. Friction opposes motion. Friction converts the kinetic energy of a particle into heat and sound.