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Kinetic Energy (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Flashcards

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Define kinetic energy

The energy stored in moving objects

Kinetic energy of stationary objects

Zero/none

Formula for kinetic energy

$E_k = \frac{1}{2} \times m \times v^2$

What does $E_k$ represent?

Kinetic energy

Unit of kinetic energy ( $E_k$ )

Joules (J)

What does $m$ represent in $E_k$ formula?

Mass

Unit of mass ( $m$ ) in kinetic energy formula

Kilograms (kg)

What does $v$ represent in $E_k$ formula?

Speed

Unit of speed ( $v$ ) in kinetic energy formula

Metres per second (m/s)

Energy conversion: car using petrol

Chemical energy to kinetic energy

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