Kinetic and Potential Energy

Front

What type of energy is associated with electromagnetic waves, such as those from cell phones?

Back

Radiant energy.

Front

Where does a roller-coaster have the greatest potential energy?

Back

At the top of the tallest hill.

Front

What does gravitational potential energy depend on?

Back

Height.

Front

What is the energy of motion called?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What energy conversion occurs when a boy jumps off a diving board?

Back

Potential to kinetic.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

The stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

Back

PE = mgh (where PE is potential energy, m is mass, g is acceleration due to gravity, and h is height).

Front

What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

It decreases as kinetic energy increases.

Front

What type of energy is stored in a compressed spring?

Back

Elastic potential energy.