Understanding Energy Concepts and Types

What is the definition of energy?

• The ability to create light.

• The ability to do work.

• The ability to make sound.

• The ability to generate heat.

Where does a roller coaster cart have the most potential energy?

• At the bottom of the lowest hill.

• When it is moving very fast.

• At the top of the highest hill.

• When it is going up a small hill.

What can heat energy cause objects to do?

• Produce sound waves.

• Generate electricity.

• Change states from solid to liquid.

• Increase their weight.

Which of the following is an example of stored chemical energy?

• Lightning during a thunderstorm.

• Sound from a speaker.

• Wood burning in a fire.

• A moving car.