Kinetic energy
What Kinetic energy means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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The energy associated with a moving object, calculated as E_k = ½mv², where m is mass in kilograms and v is speed in metres per second.
The energy stored by a moving object, represented by the symbol Eₖ and measured in joules (J).
The energy stored in an object because it is moving, measured in joules (J).
The energy stored by an object due to its motion, measured in joules (J).
Energy of a particle due to its movement or vibration.
Topics that use Kinetic energy
- Changes in energy (AQA GCSE)
- Internal energy (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Change of state
- Converting units
- Elastic potential energy
- Energy stores and transfers
- Extension
- Gravitational field strength
- Gravitational potential energy
- Heating
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