As an object falls, its potential energy is converted into kinetic energy. The principle of conservation of mechanical energy states that, as long as no other forces are applied, total mechanical energy (PE + KE) of the object will remain constant at all points in its descent.
The principle of conservation of mechanical energy states that, as long as no other forces are applied, what will remain constant as an object falls?
acceleration |
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kinetic energy |
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total mechanical energy |
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potential energy |