Force, Motion and Energy STAAR Review

Front

What is the energy associated with an object that is moving?

Back

Mechanical energy.

Front

In an experiment with ramps, what is the variable if the height of the ramp is changed?

Back

Height of the ramp.

Front

What type of energy do headphones convert sound into?

Back

Electrical energy.

Front

What will happen in a circuit with a battery, two light bulbs, and a switch if the switch is closed?

Back

Light bulb 1 will be on, but light bulb 2 will be off.

Front

If you pull a cord attached to a box, in which direction will the box move?

Back

Up.

Front

What is force?

Back

A push or pull on an object.

Front

What is motion?

Back

The change in position of an object over time.

Front

What is energy?

Back

The ability to do work or cause change.

Front

What is gravitational potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its height above the ground.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Energy of an object due to its motion.