Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion. It depends on the mass of the object and its velocity.
Imagine a soccer ball being kicked. The faster it moves, the more kinetic energy it has. Just like a fast-moving ball can do more damage, objects with higher kinetic energy can cause greater effects.
Work-Energy Theorem: This theorem states that the work done on an object is equal to the change in its kinetic energy.
Conservation of Momentum: This principle states that in a closed system where no external forces act, the total momentum before and after an event remains constant.
Rotational Kinetic Energy: Rotational kinetic energy refers to the energy possessed by rotating objects. It depends on their moment of inertia and angular velocity.
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