Mechanics · energy

Kinetic Energy

Gives translational kinetic energy in the non-relativistic limit.

K = ½mv²

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Variables

K
kinetic energyjoule (J)
m
masskg
v
speedm/s

Conditions / notes

Applies to non-relativistic motion.

Alternate forms

  • K = p² / 2m

Reference details

Subject
Mechanics
Topic
energy
Plain text
K = 1/2 m v^2

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