- Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object because of its position.
- Kinetic Energy is the energy of motion.
- You can make the simulation go in slow motion. You can display different things (speed, bar graph, grid, etc.). You can reset the simulation and pause it.
- As the skateboard rolls down the ramp it loses potential energy and gains kinetic energy. The total energy of the skateboarder remains constant.
- At height 6 m: Potential Energy
- At height 4 m: Potential Energy
- At height 2 m: Kinetic Energy
- At height 0 m: Kinetic Energy
- The higher the skater is the more potential energy he has. As his height decreases, his potential energy decreases and his kinetic energy increases.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of energy skate park worksheet.
