Potential and Kinetic Energy in Chemistry
Learning Objective
I can differentiate between potential and kinetic energy in chemical systems.
Key Concepts
Kinetic energy is the energy of objects currently in motion, while potential energy is the energy stored inside an object with the potential to move or change.
Mechanical energy is the energy of motion, and it has two parts: kinetic and potential.
Energy exists in many different forms, including thermal, light, sound, electrical, chemical, and mechanical.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 11 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Define potential energy in your own words and provide an example not mentioned in the video.
2. What is the primary difference between kinetic and potential energy?
3. A book is resting on a high shelf. Does the book have kinetic energy, potential energy, or both? Explain your answer.
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Educational Video
Types of Energy - Kinetic, Potential, and More!
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