Mystery Science - Energy & Energy Transfer

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What is energy transfer?

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Energy transfer is the process of energy moving from one object or system to another.

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Where does a ball rolling down a ramp get its energy from?

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Height.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy an object has due to its position or condition.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is the best place to start sledding?

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At the top of the hill.

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What happens to energy when a rubber band is pulled back?

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It stores potential energy that is released when the band is let go.

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What do most cars get their energy from?

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Gasoline.

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What is a battery?

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A battery is a device that stores chemical energy and converts it to electrical energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation?

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A flashlight transforming chemical energy from a battery into light energy.