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If the kinetic Energy of an object is doubled, by what factor is the velocity increased ?
You have to show your work first. Can you tell us how you think velocity is related to kinetic energy?Damien20 said:If the kinetic Energy of an object is doubled, by what factor is the velocity increased ?
You have to give us a mathematical expression for kinetic energy.Damien20 said:Well I know if the mass constant, and if the velocity is increased or decreased then so does the KE. I can wrap my head around that much, but If the KE is doubled it makes me want to say the velocity and mass doubles. what you do to one side of the equation you must do to the otherside, but for some reason that just doesn't feel right.
Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It is a type of mechanical energy and is dependent on the mass and velocity of the object.
Kinetic energy is calculated using the equation KE = 1/2 * mv^2, where m is the mass of the object and v is its velocity. The unit of kinetic energy is joules (J).
Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion, while potential energy is the energy an object has due to its position or condition. Kinetic energy can be transferred between objects, while potential energy is stored and can be converted into kinetic energy.
The two main factors that affect kinetic energy are the mass and velocity of the object. The greater the mass and velocity, the greater the kinetic energy.
Kinetic energy is important in understanding and predicting the behavior of moving objects. It is also crucial in many everyday activities, such as driving a car, playing sports, or using machines.