PS Unit 1 & 2 Test

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What is a dependent variable?

Back

A variable whose value changes as a result of changes to other variables.

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How is Newton's second law represented mathematically?

Back

F=MA, M=F/A, A=F/M (All are correct)

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What is potential energy?

Back

Stored energy inside of something.

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What is fission?

Back

The process of splitting an atomic nucleus into two or more nuclei with smaller masses, releasing large amounts of energy.

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What is the SI base unit of length?

Back

Meter.

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What is an independent variable?

Back

A variable that is manipulated to determine its effect on the dependent variable.

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What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of movement.

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What is the formula for calculating work?

Back

Work = Force x Distance.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

Back

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is the difference between fission and fusion?

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Fission is the splitting of a nucleus, while fusion is the combining of nuclei.