Energy & Waves In Class Practice

Front

What type of wave is a wave that moves in the same direction as the energy transfer?

Back

Longitudinal wave

Front

Why can't sound travel in space?

Back

There's no medium for it to travel through.

Front

What type of energy is associated with moving electrons?

Back

Kinetic energy

Front

What type of energy transfer occurs when a toaster is used?

Back

Electrical energy to thermal energy.

Front

What type of wave moves in an up and down motion?

Back

Transverse wave.

Front

What is the medium in which sound travels?

Back

A solid, liquid, or gas.

Front

What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy.

Front

What is an example of electromagnetic waves?

Back

Light waves.

Front

What is the energy called that is stored in an object due to its position?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What is the primary source of energy for the Earth?

Back

The Sun.