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Does the kinetic energy of an object which moves with constant velocity change with its position?

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Does the kinetic energy of an object which moves with constant velocity change with its position?

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No. An object's kinetic energy is only defined by its mass and velocity.

Kinetic energy = `1/2"mv"^2`

The object's kinetic energy does not change with its position because it travels at a constant speed.

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Chapter 7: Work, Energy, and Simple Machines - Intext Questions [Page 123]

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NCERT Science Exploration [English] Class 9
Chapter 7 Work, Energy, and Simple Machines
Intext Questions | Q 5. | Page 123
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