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Electric Potential Energy Explained
New ReviewDive deep into the concept of electric potential energy with Mr. P and the Flipping Physics crew! In this engaging physics lesson, we explore how electric potential energy compares to gravitational potential energy, using a thought...
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Asteroid Gravity: Escape Speed, Projectile Motion, and Impact Velocity
New ReviewMaster key physics concepts like escape velocity, projectile height, and impact speed using energy conservation on a low-gravity asteroid—ideal for AP and IB exam prep
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How Satellite Energy and Speed Depend on Orbit Radius
Explore how a satellite’s kinetic and potential energy change as it orbits Earth—yet its total mechanical energy stays constant. Learn why speed depends solely on orbital radius, why mass doesn’t matter, and how all this ties into...
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Why Gravitational Potential Energy Is Negative: Deep Dive Into U = –GMm/r
Discover the true meaning behind the gravitational potential energy formula U = –GMm/r. Learn how it explains bound systems, escape energy, and why gravitational energy is always negative — all through clear, intuitive reasoning.
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Physics Problem: Collision and Rotational Swing of a Rod-Block System
This content walks through a multi-step physics problem involving a block sliding down a frictionless surface and undergoing an inelastic collision with a pivoted rod, causing the combined system to swing upwards. It demonstrates the...
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Kinetic and Potential Energy of a Ball: A Pendulum Problem
This video solves a physics problem calculating the change in potential and kinetic energy of a ball attached to a string as it swings down from a horizontal position, passing through a peg. It demonstrates energy conservation principles...
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Work Done by Gravity & Potential Energy Change: A Physics Problem
This video solves a physics problem demonstrating how to calculate the work done by gravitational force on an object moving along a curved path, and the resulting change in its potential energy.
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Why Potential Energy is Negative of Work Done? (Derivation of Potential Energy)
Learn how work done by forces changes an object’s potential energy and how energy interchanges between kinetic and potential forms. Illustrated with relatable analogies like the banana toss and other examples
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Equations of Work Done by an External Force (and The Law of Conservation of Energy)
Understand how external and non-conservative forces affect mechanical energy. Learn to apply the work-energy theorem and energy statements for Physics students
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Gravitational Potential Energy Calculations (GPE) - Mass x Gravity x Height OR GPE=mgh
Gravitational potential energy is the energy of position and is based upon three factors: mass of object, gravity and the height of the object off the ground. In this video, you will learn how to use the formula GPE = mgh to solve for...
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Physics Review of Mechanical Energy, Work-Energy Principle, and Power
This section of the review covers mechanical energy, the Work-Energy Principle, and power. Mechanical energy is the sum of a system's kinetic, gravitational potential, and elastic potential energies. In this review, we emphasize how...
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AP Physics 1 Unit 3 Review: Work, Energy, and Power
In this video, we cover the key concepts from Unit 3 of AP Physics 1: Work, Energy, and Power. We explore how kinetic energy is calculated, the work done by constant and conservative forces, and delve into potential energies, including...
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Roller Coasters and Physics: The Thrill of Motion and Energy
Dive into the physics behind roller coasters, understanding how gravity, speed, velocity, and energy principles make these thrilling rides possible. Learn about gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy, key factors in roller...
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The Thrills of Physics: Understanding Roller Coaster Energy
Explore the law of conservation of energy and how it applies to the exhilarating experience of roller coasters. This video explains how gravitational potential energy and kinetic energy interact and transform throughout a roller coaster...
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GCSE Physics - Gravity, Weight and GPE #3
This videos covers: - What gravity is - What the strength of gravity depends on - How to calculate weight - How to calculate gravitational potential energy General info: - You need to memorise the equation for gravitational potential...
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Potential Energy
In this video, we explore the concept of potential energy and its various forms. From the energy stored at the top of a slide to the chemical energy in food and the gravitational potential energy of objects, we learn how potential energy...
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Introductory Conservation of Mechanical Energy Problem using a Trebuchet
Learn how to use the Conservation of Mechanical Energy equation by solving a trebuchet problem.
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AP Physics C: Work, Energy, and Power Review (Mechanics)
Calculus based review of work done by constant and non-constant forces, Hooke’s Law, Work and Energy equations in isolated and non-isolated systems, kinetic energy, gravitational potential energy, elastic potential energy, conservative...
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Deriving the Binding Energy of a Planet
Binding energy of a planet is defined and derived.
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Universal Gravitational Potential Energy Introduction
Universal Gravitational Potential Energy is introduced and graphed. It is compared to the force of gravity. And the “zero line” is defined.
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Introduction to Gravitational Potential Energy with Zero Line Examples
Mini mr.p helps you learn about Gravitational Potential Energy with examples of different zero line locations.
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Understanding Mechanical Energy and the Conservation Principle
The video discusses the law of conservation of energy, focusing on mechanical energy, specifically gravitational potential energy. It explains how energy is transformed and transferred between different forms, such as kinetic and...
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Introduction to Conservation of Mechanical Energy with Demonstrations
Ian Terry, winner of Big Brother 14, makes a special appearance to help us learn about Conservation of Mechanical Energy. See several demonstrations and understand when mechanical energy is conserved.
Visual Learning Systems
Understanding Potential Energy
In this video, the concept of potential energy is explained in a simple and engaging manner. The video also introduces the concept of gravitational potential energy. This video is part of the 12-part series, Forms of Energy.