Kinetic and Potential Energy

Kinetic Energy

  • Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.
  • It depends on mass (mm) and velocity (vv).
  • Formula: KE=(1/2)mv2KE = (1/2) * m * v^2

Potential Energy

  • Potential energy is stored energy.
  • It has the potential to do work.
  • Examples include gravitational potential energy and elastic potential energy.