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best example of mechanical energy?
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The best example of mechanical energy is a pendulum.
Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in a system. In the case of a pendulum:
- When the pendulum is at its highest point, it has maximum potential energy and minimal kinetic energy (momentarily at rest).
- As it swings down to its lowest point, potential energy decreases while kinetic energy increases, reaching maximum kinetic energy at the lowest point of the swing.
- As it swings back up, kinetic energy converts back into potential energy.
The continuous conversion between potential and kinetic energy in a pendulum illustrates mechanical energy in motion, making it a clear and classic example.
Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in a system. In the case of a pendulum:
- When the pendulum is at its highest point, it has maximum potential energy and minimal kinetic energy (momentarily at rest).
- As it swings down to its lowest point, potential energy decreases while kinetic energy increases, reaching maximum kinetic energy at the lowest point of the swing.
- As it swings back up, kinetic energy converts back into potential energy.
The continuous conversion between potential and kinetic energy in a pendulum illustrates mechanical energy in motion, making it a clear and classic example.
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