Calculating Kinetic Energy without Time: Is it Possible?

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Calculating Total Kinetic Energy (KE) without a time figure is not feasible, as velocity is a critical component in the formula KE = 0.5mv². The formula requires mass (m) and velocity (v) to compute kinetic energy. Therefore, time is indirectly necessary to determine velocity if it is not provided. The discussion confirms that without knowing the velocity, one cannot accurately calculate kinetic energy.

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  • Understanding of the kinetic energy formula KE = 0.5mv²
  • Basic knowledge of physics concepts such as mass and velocity
  • Familiarity with the relationship between time, distance, and velocity
  • Ability to manipulate algebraic equations
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1. Is it possible to work out Total Kinetic Energy without a Time figure



2. KE=0.5mv^2



3. Do I therefore need time to calculate V?
 
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kevfar said:
1. Is it possible to work out Total Kinetic Energy without a Time figure



2. KE=0.5mv^2



3. Do I therefore need time to calculate V?

Yes, you need the velocity in order to calculate an object's KE. Welcome to the PF.
 

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