Work, Power, Energy!

Front

What is the amount of work done in a certain amount of time called?

Back

Power

Front

What happens to the total energy as a roller coaster moves down a hill?

Back

The total energy remains the same.

Front

What is a force exerted over a distance to move an object?

Back

Work

Front

Force can be described as a _____ or ______.

Back

Push or pull.

Front

What is the potential energy of a 0.40 kg bird sitting 5 meters above the ground?

Back

19.6 J.

Front

What is the formula for calculating work?

Back

Work = Force x Distance.

Front

What is energy?

Back

The ability to do work.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

The stored energy of an object due to its position.

Front

What unit is power measured in?

Back

Watts (W).