Forces
The force that keeps Earth in orbit
Gravity
What is the unit for speed?
MpH or m/h or Miles per Hour
Energy at rest is what kind of energy?
Potential Energy
What are the three kinds of a medium?
Solid, Liquid, and Gas
This is happening to an object when it has negative acceleration.
Slowing down
This force is exerted when two objects are sliding past each other
Friction
In absence of acceleration, a moving object has a constant this.
Speed
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
How do sound waves move?
Through vibrations / longitudinal waves
Daily Double
What is the unit of measurement for forces?
Newtons
Which force stops you from going through the ground? Think about a book on a desk.
Normal Force
What is Newton's Third Law? I will accept definition or the name of the law.
For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.
The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy is never created or destroyed, it is only ________ from one form to another.
Transformed
What can sound not travel through?
A vacuum / empty space
SUPER DUPER CRAZY QUESTION
This goes for any team not just the one who chose it.
What are the three waves of energy? You get 300 for everyone you name.
Longitudinal, Transverse, and Surface.
What two forces affect planes / air craft the most?
Air Resistance and Gravity
What is Newton's Second Law? I will accept definition or the name of the law.
More force = more acceleration. Heavier objects need more force to accelerate. (F = ma)
Energy that is stored in coils, springs, or rubber bands.
Elastic Potential Energy
How do we know certain waves are more dangerous than others?
Frequency / Wavelength or the amount of energy they carry.
What does the acronym MR CENTS stand for?
Mechanical
Radiant
Chemical
Electrical
Nuclear
Thermal
Sound
Forces acting on an object that causes the object to move. Net Force over 0.
The tendency of an object to resist a change in its motion is known as this. Also, another name for Newton's First Law of Motion.
Inertia
What is an object that goes through 3+ energy transformations. List out the transformations occurring.
Any correct answer
What are 4 of the waves from the Electromagnetic Spectrum?
Radio, Microwave, Infrared, Visible Light, Ultraviolet, X-rays, Gamma Rays.
Why does your team deserve these points?
My choice