FOSS Inv. 4: Energy Transfer

Front

What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to cause change or do work.

Front

What are some forms of energy transfer?

Back

Light, sound, motion, heat, and change of direction.

Front

Which position would cause the ball to have the most potential energy?

Back

Position 4.

Front

What type of energy do all living things and machines use to do work?

Back

Mechanical energy.

Front

What is evidence of energy transfer when you hear a song playing?

Back

Sound.

Front

What is energy that is stored in an object called?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

How does height affect potential energy?

Back

Objects at a higher position have more potential energy than those at a lower position.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Energy that an object has because of its motion.

Front

What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy, while kinetic energy is energy of motion.

Front

Can energy be transferred from one object to another?

Back

Yes, energy can be transferred between objects.