Kinetic and Potential Energy
A ball rolling has what type of energy?
Kinetic energy
Mechanical energy
Solar is an example of what type of energy?
Renewable
Energy is always transferred from ___ to ___
Hot to cold
When both objects are at the same temperature, it is called what?
Thermal equilibrium
Where is the amount of potential energy the highest:
Top of the hill or the bottom of the hill?
Top of hill
X-rays are examples of what type of energy?
Electromagnetic
Coal is an example of what type of energy?
Nonrenewable energy
What unit is temperature measured in?
Celsius or Fahrenheit
When two objects are in contact and heat is transferred it is called what?
Conduction
Mass and speed
Kinetic energy that causes vibrations is what type of energy?
Sound
How much do solar panels cost for a home?
$23,500
Do particles move faster in solids or liquids?
Radiation
A trampoline is an example of what type of potential energy?
Elastic
Batteries are an example of what type of energy?
Chemical
Where is the largest geothermal field?
California
Energy that is transferred from one object to another is called what?
Heat
Is a metal spoon a good conductor or insulator?
Conductor
The Sun is an example of what type of potential energy?
Nuclear
All energy transformation result in what type of energy?
Thermal energy
Answers will vary:
Higher upfront costs, certain renewables do not always work in certain conditions, storage capabilities are limited, there are geographic limitations, facilities can still cause habitat destruction
Does a cold drink have more or less kinetic energy compared to a hot drink?
Less
Warm air rising and cold air sinking creates a what?
Convection current