Vocabulary
the ability to do work
energy
What are the types of energy.
Kinetic and Potential
Energy at rest is what kind of energy?
potential energy
T or F
Energy can be created for an object.
False
What provides the Earth with most of its energy?
The Sun
The energy of motion
mechanical energy
If you imagine a drop of water about to fall down a waterfall, at the top of the waterfall the drop of water has this kind of energy.
Potential Energy
this form of energy cooks food in boiling water
thermal/heat energy
a light bulb converts electrical energy into which of the following energy?
A) light only
B) heat and light
C) heat only
D) light and motion
B) heat and light
Energy that is the SUM of kinetic and potential energy
Mechanical Energy
______ energy is the only source of energy we can see.
Light Energy
These types of energy produce "waves" and are a part of our bodies' senses. Some examples are your tv, and your phone (bonus points if you name the second)
Sound & light energy
What has a greater impact on Kinetic Energy; mass or speed?
Speed
How can a roller coaster gain potential energy?
Go higher
the energy that comes from a substance whose molecules are vibrating faster due to a rise in temperature.
heat or thermal energy
What two factors affect magnetic forces
Distance and strength
What energy CHANGE takes place when someone plugs a radio into an electrical outlet?
A) light energy changes to sound energy
B) sound energy changes into electrical energy
C) electrical energy changes into sound energy
D) chemical energy changes into sound energy
C) Electrical energy changes into sound energy
What is an object that goes through 3+ energy transformations. List out the transformations occurring.
Any correct response.
A hair dryer transforms _______energy to _____ ,________, & ________
electrical to mechanical, sound, and heat
Give me an example of a renewable and a non-renewable energy source.
Any correct answer.
The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy is never created or destroyed, it is only ________ from one form to another.
changed
This form of energy is also known as electromagnetic energy.
Radiant
Energy that is stored in coils, springs, or rubber bands.
Elastic Potential Energy
What is the unit for energy? ex: g, Mi, Ft, etc.
Joules
What does the acronym MR CENTS stand for?
Mechanical
Radiant
Chemical
Electrical
Nuclear
Thermal
Sound