Kinetic and Potential Energy

Front

When you stretch a rubber band, you are storing __________ energy.

Back

Potential energy is stored energy, such as when a rubber band is stretched.

Front

__________ is stored energy.

Back

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

Front

The faster an object moves, the ________ kinetic energy it has.

Back

The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

Front

At which point is potential energy greatest? (W, X, Y, Z)

Back

Potential energy is greatest at point W, where the object is at its highest position.

Front

When does an object have NO kinetic energy?

Back

An object has no kinetic energy when it's at rest.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

Front

Give an example of potential energy.

Back

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

Front

What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

As an object falls, its potential energy decreases while its kinetic energy increases.

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

The formula for kinetic energy (KE) is KE = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

Front

What type of energy does a compressed spring have?

Back

A compressed spring has potential energy stored in it.