Energy and Engineering Pre-Assessment

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

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At which point in a pendulum's swing is kinetic energy highest?

Back

At point 3, where the pendulum is at its lowest point.

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What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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Which of the following is not a form of energy: Light, Sound, Heat, or Plastic?

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Plastic is not a form of energy.

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What type of energy is produced by vibrations in matter?

Back

Sound energy is produced by vibrations.

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What are convection currents?

Back

Convection currents are movements in a fluid caused by the transfer of thermal energy.

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What type of energy transfers occur during convection?

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Thermal/heat energy transfers occur during convection.

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How does force affect an object?

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Force can change the way objects move.

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What is thermal energy?

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

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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A moving car has mechanical energy due to its motion.