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1. How does the mass of an object relate to its kinetic energy (KE)?
The greater the mass of an object, the greater the kinetic energy as measured during a fall.
2. How does the height of a dropped object affect its kinetic energy as it relates to this lab experience?
As the height increases, the kinetic energy (KE) increases as seen by the increase in crater diameter.
3. What is a control variable? How might this experiment be improved to control variables?
Student responses will vary.
Meteorites: The Relationship of Kinetic Energy to Mass:
Test Your Understanding Student Worksheet
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