mechanical energy Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
potential energy
A
the energy an object possesses due to its position relative to a reference point
2
Q
potential energy formula
A
mgh
3
Q
kinetic energy
A
the energy an object has as a result of the object’s motion
4
Q
kinetic energy formula
A
1/2mv^2
5
Q
mechanical energy
A
the sum of the gravitational potential energy and the kinetic energy at a point
