Types of Energy

What is the scientific definition of energy?

• The ability to create matter

• The capacity to do work

• The force exerted by an object

• The speed at which an object moves

In which unit is energy measured?

• Watts

• Newtons

• Joules

• Metres

What is the symbol for Joules?

• J

• K

• N

• W

Which of the following is a type of kinetic energy?

• Gravitational Potential Energy

• Chemical Energy

• Thermal Energy

• Nuclear Energy

Which of the following is a type of potential energy?

• Light Energy

• Sound Energy

• Elastic Potential Energy

• Electromagnetic Energy

What type of energy is associated with an object in motion?

• Potential Energy

• Kinetic Energy

• Chemical Energy

• Nuclear Energy

Which type of energy is stored and has the ability to do work?

• Kinetic Energy

• Thermal Energy

• Potential Energy

• Light Energy

Which of the following is an example of kinetic energy?

• A stretched rubber band

• A moving car

• A battery

• A rock at the top of a hill

Which of the following is an example of potential energy?

• A rolling ball

• A lit candle

• A compressed spring

• A running person

What type of energy is light energy classified as?

• Kinetic Energy

• Potential Energy