Kinetic and Potential Energy Flashcard

Front

An object in motion is an example of ___________

Back

kinetic energy

Front

The ability to do work is _____________

Back

energy

Front

A soccer player kicking a soccer ball is an example of ___________

Back

kinetic energy

Front

Which of the following is the best example of increasing an object's potential energy?

Back

stretching a rubber band

Front

An object that has kinetic energy must be _________

Back

in motion

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

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

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy an object has due to its motion.

Front

Give an example of potential energy.

Back

A book on a shelf has potential energy because of its height.

Front

What happens to potential energy when an object falls?

Back

It is converted to kinetic energy.

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

KE = 1/2 mv² (where m is mass and v is velocity).