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A comet speeds up as it approaches the Sun. Which statement about its kinetic energy is correct?(1 point)
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The comet has no kinetic energy because it is in outer space.
The comet has no kinetic energy because it is in outer space.
The comet’s kinetic energy increases.
The comet’s kinetic energy increases.
The comet’s kinetic energy stays the same.
The comet’s kinetic energy stays the same.
The comet’s kinetic energy decreases.
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The comet’s kinetic energy increases.
Explanation: as it falls toward the Sun gravity does work on it, converting gravitational potential energy into kinetic energy, so its speed (and thus 1/2 m v^2) increases.
Explanation: as it falls toward the Sun gravity does work on it, converting gravitational potential energy into kinetic energy, so its speed (and thus 1/2 m v^2) increases.
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