T1 - Kinetic and Potential Energy Stores

Question 1

Symbol Equation for kinetic energy?

Answer 1

Ek = 1/2 m v^2

Question 2

Word Equation for kinetic energy?

Answer 2

Kinetic energy (J) = 1/2 X Mass (kg) X Speed^2 (m/s)^2

Question 3

Symbol Equation for Gravitational energy?

Answer 3

Ep = m g h

Question 4

Word Equation for Gravitational energy?

Answer 4

Gravitational Potential Energy (J) = Mass (kg) X Gravitational Field Strength (N/kg) X Height (m)

Question 5

Symbol Equation for Elastic potential energy?

Answer 5

Ee = 1/2 k e^2

Question 6

Word Equation for Elastic potential energy?

Answer 6

Elastic Potential Energy (J) = 1/2 X Spring Constant (N/m) X Extension (m)