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What type of quantity is energy?

Scalar

What is the SI unit for energy?

Joule (J)

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Ek=12mv2E_k = \frac{1}{2}mv^2

If an object's speed doubles, how does its kinetic energy change?

Quadruples

What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

Ep=mghE_p = mgh

Which is NOT a type of potential energy mentioned in the note?

Thermal potential energy

What does the principle of conservation of energy state?

Energy can't be created or destroyed

What energy conversion occurs in an electric motor?

Electrical to kinetic

According to the work-energy theorem, work done equals what?

Change in kinetic energy

What happens to energy as an object falls freely?

GPE converts to KE

In real collisions, lost kinetic energy converts to which forms?

Heat and sound

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

Solar energy

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