Energy Flashcard

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What is the main type of energy released by a horn?

Back

Sound energy is the main type of energy released by a horn.

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Why does a guitar string produce a higher pitch when it vibrates faster?

Back

A string that vibrates faster produces a higher pitch than a slower vibrating string.

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What types of energy are produced by a light bulb?

Back

A light bulb produces heat energy and light energy.

Front

What is the term for the ability to cause motion or create change?

Back

Energy is the term for the ability to cause motion or create change.

Front

What does it mean when a ball rolls faster?

Back

When a ball rolls faster, it gains energy.

Front

What is electrical energy?

Back

Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state.

Front

How does sound travel?

Back

Sound travels in waves through air, water, or solid materials.

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What is the relationship between energy and motion?

Back

Energy is required to create motion; more energy usually means more motion.