Energy Unit - Mastery Check

Front

Energy due to motion is ____________ energy.

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy that an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What kind of energy is in a waving hand?

Back

Kinetic energy is present in a waving hand as it is in motion.

Front

Which 2 letters have the most kinetic energy?

Back

X & Z have the most kinetic energy as they are in motion.

Front

At which point is kinetic energy greatest?

Back

Kinetic energy is greatest at point X.

Front

At which point is potential energy greatest?

Back

Potential energy is greatest at point W.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

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

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on position.

Front

Give an example of potential energy.

Back

A rock at the top of a hill has potential energy due to its height.

Front

What happens to kinetic energy as an object slows down?

Back

As an object slows down, its kinetic energy decreases.