AAP Exam Review

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What is required for all phase changes (changing states)?

Back

Energy must be added or taken away.

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What does a simple machine do?

Back

It allows users to apply less force over a longer distance, reduce the amount of force needed to do work, and change the direction of the applied force.

Front

What type of thermal energy transfer occurs in a lava lamp?

Back

Convection.

Front

In a series circuit, what happens when more light bulbs are added?

Back

The bulbs do not get brighter; they actually get dimmer.

Front

What does a graph showing no movement represent?

Back

Not moving.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves.

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What is the formula for calculating work?

Back

Work = Force x Distance.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.