Lionel22
Lionel22 Lionel22
  • 04-03-2016
  • Biology
contestada

the total energy in a system is 30J and the PE is 20J. what is the KE?

Respuesta :

kiki134
kiki134 kiki134
  • 04-03-2016

Total mechanical energy = potential energy + kinetic energy.

If we plug in our numbers:

30 = 20 + KE

Let's solve for KE:

30-20= KE

10 = KE

If we go back to the original equation:

30 = 20 + 10

Thus we know this is correct.

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

How many turns of the calvin cycle for one glucose?
Sam is thinking of retiring from his job after many years of faithful service. During the last 35 years at his job, his annual salary averages to $37,991. Eve
In computing the standard error of the mean, the finite population correction factor is used when
Why do many plants have specialized cells that produce colorful flowers? A. To collect more sunlight B. To scare away predators C. To attract prey D
What is 12 5/25 in simplest form
What is a major difference between prokaryotes and eukaryotes? prokaryotes have no nucleus. all prokaryotes cause disease. eukaryotes contain more mitochondria.
7/12 × 6\14 please help
I need the answer for number 8 13 points
The process of making alloys involves(Cooling, Heating or mixing) pure metals to remove impurities. Then the pure metals are(broken down, cooled, mixed) with ot
Describe the role that gravity plays in almost all examples of erosion and deposition