Energy Test 1 Study Guide

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In a flashlight, the chemical energy from the battery is transformed into ___________ energy.

Back

electrical energy is produced when chemical energy from the battery is converted to power the flashlight.

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Where does the roller coaster have the most potential mechanical energy?

Back

The roller coaster has the most potential mechanical energy at point A, which is typically the highest point.

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True or false: The acrobat at the top of the formation has more gravitational potential energy than those closer to the ground.

Back

True. The higher an object is, the more gravitational potential energy it has.

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In a hydroelectric power plant, the water behind the dam possesses _________ energy.

Back

Potential energy, as it is stored energy due to its height.

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In an experiment analyzing the heat output of an item, scientists would definitely discuss __________ energy.

Back

Thermal energy, which is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

Back

Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses because of its height above the ground.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.