Physics Formula
Kinetic Energy Formula Formula
Calculates the energy of an object due to its motion.
Formula Summary
Kinetic Energy Formula
Calculates the energy of an object due to its motion.
- Category
- Physics
- Equation
- KE = ½mv²
- Calculator
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Equation
KE = ½mv²
Variables
- KE = kinetic energy
- m = mass
- v = velocity
How to Use This Formula
- Identify the known values from the problem statement.
- Convert all values into compatible units.
- Substitute the values into the equation and calculate the result.
- Check that the final answer has the correct unit and meaning.