Energy Types and Transfer

Front

Batteries convert _________ energy to ___________ energy

Back

Chemical / Electrical

Front

When water turns a turbine connected to a generator, electricity is produced. Which of the following shows, in order, the energy transformations that occur?

Back

Mechanical ---> Electrical ---> Light

Front

Which of these examples best shows a change from potential to kinetic energy?

Back

Water flowing over a tall cliff

Front

Which two points on the Newton's Cradle Demonstrate the most potential energy?

Back

1 and 5

Front

A student walks into a classroom and turns on the light switch which causes the light bulb to turn on. The bulb turns ______ energy into ______ energy

Back

Electrical / Light

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

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

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is energy transfer?

Back

Energy transfer is the process of energy moving from one object or system to another.

Front

What is the law of conservation of energy?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of mechanical energy.

Back

A moving car has mechanical energy due to its motion.