Energy, Work, and Simple Machines

Front

What is a flat, sloped surface used to raise objects?

Back

Inclined plane

Front

What type of machine does work through the use of one movement?

Back

Simple machine

Front

What is the ability to cause a change called?

Back

Energy

Front

What type of energy does an object have because it is in motion?

Back

Kinetic energy

Front

What is stored energy that depends on the interaction of objects, particles, or atoms?

Back

Potential energy

Front

What is the formula for calculating work?

Back

Work = Force x Distance

Front

What is the unit of work in the International System of Units (SI)?

Back

Joule (J)

Front

What is a machine that consists of a wheel with a rope around it?

Back

Pulley

Front

What is the term for the energy of an object due to its position or condition?

Back

Potential energy

Front

What is the mechanical advantage of a simple machine?

Back

The ratio of the output force to the input force.