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What energy transformations occur each time the skateboarder rolls up the ramp?

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Potential Energy is the energy stored in an object because of its position. Kinetic Energy is the energy of motion. As the skateboard rolls down the ramp it loses potential energy and gains kinetic energy. The total energy of the skateboarder remains constant.
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Potential energy transforms into kinetic energy and thermal energy.

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