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Originally Posted by bobphilo
Wait, I think I see. I'm misunderstanding you. The formula of 1/2 MV (squared) is not for the conversion of mass to energy. I think it has something to do with the energy produced by the movement of mass at a given velocity or speed.
Let me refer to my Physics texts to see just what that formula means.
Ah,here it is. That formula is for kinetic energy - the energy produced by matter in motion.
I believe that's what you meant to say.
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Since potential energy is equal to kinetic energy. You're talking about the potential energy - which must be the energy stored in a horses' muscles that can be calculated from kinetic energy - the energy produced from mass in motion. and vice - versa. You were leaving out some key components such as kinetic and potential energies.
Now that would make sense as a simplified explanation of what you're doing. Am I correct in my understanding?
