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zanick
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we all know the equation for KE
1/2mv^2
you do this simple math and you get an number that is in KE units , Joules.
so, why is the KE unit equation, 1 Joule = Kg x (m^2/s^2) ??
1Kg traveling at 1m/s would have a KE of 1Joule, but using the KE equation, it would be 1/2 a Joule.
why is that. I can't explain it to someone asking me. (forgot the basis! ;)
1/2mv^2
you do this simple math and you get an number that is in KE units , Joules.
so, why is the KE unit equation, 1 Joule = Kg x (m^2/s^2) ??
1Kg traveling at 1m/s would have a KE of 1Joule, but using the KE equation, it would be 1/2 a Joule.
why is that. I can't explain it to someone asking me. (forgot the basis! ;)