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What is the kinetic energy of an object equal to?
What is the kinetic energy of an object equal to?
- One half its mass multiplied by its height
- One half its mass multiplied by its speed (correct)
- Its weight multiplied by its speed
- Its total mass multiplied by its speed squared
The gravitational potential energy of an object is equal to its weight multiplied by its __.
The gravitational potential energy of an object is equal to its weight multiplied by its __.
height
Energy is the ability to do work or cause __.
Energy is the ability to do work or cause __.
change
Energy and work are measured in __.
Energy and work are measured in __.
When you do work on an object, some of your energy is __ to that object.
When you do work on an object, some of your energy is __ to that object.
Power is the rate at which energy is __.
Power is the rate at which energy is __.
Potential energy results from the __ or position of an object.
Potential energy results from the __ or position of an object.
A stretched rubber band has __ energy.
A stretched rubber band has __ energy.
A change in an object's speed has a __ effect on its kinetic energy than a change in its mass.
A change in an object's speed has a __ effect on its kinetic energy than a change in its mass.
A mountain climber at the peak has __ energy.
A mountain climber at the peak has __ energy.
How are work and energy related?
How are work and energy related?
How is power related to energy?
How is power related to energy?
What are the two basic kinds of energy?
What are the two basic kinds of energy?
What is the kinetic energy of a girl who weighs 30 kg and is inline skating at a speed of 5 m/s?
What is the kinetic energy of a girl who weighs 30 kg and is inline skating at a speed of 5 m/s?
How much gravitational potential energy does a hat that weighs 5 newtons hanging from a hook 1.5 meters above the floor have?
How much gravitational potential energy does a hat that weighs 5 newtons hanging from a hook 1.5 meters above the floor have?
Potential energy related to an object's height is called __.
Potential energy related to an object's height is called __.
The ability to do work or cause change is called __.
The ability to do work or cause change is called __.
The energy associated with objects that can be compressed or stretched is called __.
The energy associated with objects that can be compressed or stretched is called __.
The energy an object has due to its motion is known as __.
The energy an object has due to its motion is known as __.
Energy that results from an object's position or shape is called __.
Energy that results from an object's position or shape is called __.
To find an object's mechanical energy, you add its __.
To find an object's mechanical energy, you add its __.
A form of energy NOT associated with the particles of objects is __.
A form of energy NOT associated with the particles of objects is __.
Nuclear fusion reactions occur in __.
Nuclear fusion reactions occur in __.
The total potential and kinetic energy of the particles of an object is the object's __.
The total potential and kinetic energy of the particles of an object is the object's __.
Mechanical energy is associated with the motion, position, or __ of an object.
Mechanical energy is associated with the motion, position, or __ of an object.
Electromagnetic energy travels through space in the form of __.
Electromagnetic energy travels through space in the form of __.
Lightning is a form of __ energy.
Lightning is a form of __ energy.
The __ the temperature of an object, the lower its thermal energy.
The __ the temperature of an object, the lower its thermal energy.
Electrical energy is the energy of __.
Electrical energy is the energy of __.
How can you determine an object's mechanical energy?
How can you determine an object's mechanical energy?
Name two forms of energy associated with the particles that make up objects.
Name two forms of energy associated with the particles that make up objects.
All forms of energy can be __ into other forms of energy.
All forms of energy can be __ into other forms of energy.
A change from one form of energy to another is called an __.
A change from one form of energy to another is called an __.
When you use a match to light a candle, multiple __ of energy occur.
When you use a match to light a candle, multiple __ of energy occur.
The law of __ of energy tells how much energy is present after electromagnetic energy changes to sound.
The law of __ of energy tells how much energy is present after electromagnetic energy changes to sound.
Whenever a moving object experiences friction, some of its kinetic energy is changed into __ energy.
Whenever a moving object experiences friction, some of its kinetic energy is changed into __ energy.
Your body changes chemical energy into __ energy when you walk upstairs.
Your body changes chemical energy into __ energy when you walk upstairs.
Fusion reactions in the sun change nuclear energy into __.
Fusion reactions in the sun change nuclear energy into __.
In a pendulum, a continuous change occurs between kinetic energy and __.
In a pendulum, a continuous change occurs between kinetic energy and __.
A baseball in play has its lowest gravitational potential energy __.
A baseball in play has its lowest gravitational potential energy __.
Energy can be neither destroyed nor created.
Energy can be neither destroyed nor created.
An energy transformation is occurring only at point 3.
An energy transformation is occurring only at point 3.
In this example, the law of conservation of energy says that the ball never loses kinetic energy.
In this example, the law of conservation of energy says that the ball never loses kinetic energy.
As the ball rises from point 1 to point 3, it slows down.
As the ball rises from point 1 to point 3, it slows down.
The ball has the most potential energy at point 3.
The ball has the most potential energy at point 3.
The ball has the most kinetic energy as it leaves point 2.
The ball has the most kinetic energy as it leaves point 2.
What is an energy transformation?
What is an energy transformation?
What is the law of conservation of energy?
What is the law of conservation of energy?
Study Notes
Kinetic and Potential Energy
- Kinetic energy is calculated using the formula: 1/2 * mass * speed².
- Gravitational potential energy is determined by multiplying an object's weight by its height.
- Elastic potential energy is found in stretched or compressed objects like rubber bands.
Energy Fundamentals
- Energy is defined as the ability to do work or cause change.
- Energy and work are both measured in joules.
- When work is done on an object, energy is transferred to that object.
Power and Energy Transfer
- Power refers to the rate at which energy is transferred over time.
- A change in speed affects an object's kinetic energy more significantly than a change in mass.
Types of Energy
- The two main forms of energy are kinetic energy (due to motion) and potential energy (due to position or shape).
- The combination of kinetic and potential energy provides an object's mechanical energy.
Mechanical and Thermal Energy
- Mechanical energy involves the motion, position, or shape of an object and does not include particle-associated energy.
- Thermal energy represents the total potential and kinetic energy of the particles in an object.
Electromagnetic and Electrical Energy
- Electromagnetic energy travels through space in waves, with lightning being a form of electrical energy.
- Electrical energy is associated with electric charges and their movement.
Energy Conservation and Transformation
- Energy cannot be created or destroyed, consistent with the law of conservation of energy.
- An energy transformation refers to the process of changing from one form of energy to another.
- Various types of energy transformations occur in everyday scenarios, such as lighting a candle with a match.
Potential Energy in Action
- A mountain climber at a peak possesses gravitational potential energy.
- Gravitational potential energy varies with height; for example, an object hanging at a certain height has potential energy based on its weight and elevation.
Practical Examples
- A girl weighing 30 kg skating at 5 m/s has a kinetic energy of 375 joules.
- A hat weighing 5 newtons positioned 1.5 meters above the floor has a gravitational potential energy of 7.5 joules.
Energy in Motion
- Energy transformations occur continuously in scenarios like a pendulum, where kinetic and potential energy interchange.
- Friction converts some kinetic energy of moving objects into thermal energy.
Energy Relationships
- Work and energy are interconnected; work is essentially energy transfer.
- Power quantifies energy transfer over a unit of time, emphasizing efficiency in energy use.
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