MELTS Test

Front

What type of energy is demonstrated when a boy pushes a toy across the floor?

Back

Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

Front

What causes an object to produce sound?

Back

An object produces sound because it causes air to vibrate.

Front

What type of energy does a flashlight use from batteries to produce light?

Back

A flashlight produces light energy by using electrical energy from the batteries.

Front

What type of energy is used in an oven to bake a cake?

Back

Thermal energy is used in an oven to bake a cake.

Front

Define mechanical energy.

Back

Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

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

Front

What is electrical energy?

Back

Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

Front

What is sound energy?

Back

Sound energy is the energy produced when an object vibrates, causing air particles to move.

Front

Give an example of mechanical energy in everyday life.

Back

An example of mechanical energy is a moving car.

Front

How does a toaster use energy?

Back

A toaster uses electrical energy to produce thermal energy to toast bread.