Science · Topic 80 of 124
Kinetic and Potential Energy
⭐ MasteredKinetic energy is the energy of movement, and potential energy is stored energy because of position or shape. A rollercoaster at the top of a hill has lots of potential energy.
💡 Fun fact
Water stored high in a dam has potential energy that can turn turbines to make electricity.
All about Kinetic and Potential Energy
Kinetic energy is the energy an object has because it is moving.
A rollercoaster climbs slowly to the top of a hill, storing potential energy. As it rolls down, that energy turns into fast movement. Engineers use these ideas to design safe and exciting rides.
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