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Learn about energy and its two main forms: kinetic energy, which is the energy of motion, and potential energy, which is stored energy. Discover examples and equations for calculating both types of energy. Explore the law of conservation of energy.
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Energy Ability to do work or cause change SI Unit : Joule
Work – measure of energy that is transferred from one system to another. - occurs when a force causes an object to move
Two types of Energy: Kinetic Energy Potential Energy
Kinetic Energy (K.E.)- energy of motion - depends on mass and speed
Examples of Kinetic Energy Person running Car moving Football being thrown
Kinetic Energy equation KE = ½ mv2 KE = ½ mass x velocity2 Units: kg(m/s)2 or Joule (J)
Potential Energy- Energy that is stored and held in readiness
4 types of potential energy 1. Elastic P.E. Gravitation P.E. Chemical P. E. Electrical P.E.
Elastic P.E - Stored energy in something compressed or stretched.
Gravitational P.E. - Energy due to height in a gravitational field GPE = 9.8 m/s2 x mass x height GPE = 9.8mh
Chemical Potential Energy Energy stored in chemical bonds Examples: food, gasoline
Electrical Potential Energy energy due to separation of charges
Calculating Potential Energy PE = (mass)(gravitational field strength)(height) or PE = m g h g = 9.8 N/kg Units: N/m or Joule (J)
Law of Conservation of Energy • Energy cannot be created or destroyed • Energy can change from one form to another, but the total amount of energy always remains the same