Forms of Energy and Energy Transfer

Front

What must a switch be to complete a circuit?

Back

Closed

Front

What is mechanical energy?

Back

The sum of kinetic and potential energy.

Front

Where is maximum kinetic energy on a roller coaster?

Back

At the bottom of a big hill.

Front

Which object is the best conductor of electricity?

Back

A penny.

Front

What material allows all light to pass through clearly?

Back

Transparent.

Front

What is energy?

Back

The ability to do work or cause change.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Energy of motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Stored energy based on position.

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that allows electricity to flow through it.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow electricity to flow through it.