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Which of the following is NOT a source of electrical energy?
Which of the following is NOT a source of electrical energy?
A stretched rubber band possesses what type of energy?
A stretched rubber band possesses what type of energy?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a simple machine?
Which of the following is NOT an example of a simple machine?
Sound energy travels in waves and requires a medium to propagate. Which of the following is NOT a medium that sound can travel through?
Sound energy travels in waves and requires a medium to propagate. Which of the following is NOT a medium that sound can travel through?
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Which of these is an example of chemical energy being released?
Which of these is an example of chemical energy being released?
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Which of these scenarios is an example of static friction?
Which of these scenarios is an example of static friction?
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Which of these is NOT an advantage of friction?
Which of these is NOT an advantage of friction?
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What is the main reason why rolling friction is weaker than sliding friction?
What is the main reason why rolling friction is weaker than sliding friction?
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Which type of energy transfer is responsible for the heat felt when you stand near a campfire?
Which type of energy transfer is responsible for the heat felt when you stand near a campfire?
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Which of these is NOT a property of light?
Which of these is NOT a property of light?
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What is the primary force that keeps the Earth orbiting around the Sun?
What is the primary force that keeps the Earth orbiting around the Sun?
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Which of these is an example of convection?
Which of these is an example of convection?
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Flashcards
Friction
Friction
A force that resists motion when surfaces contact.
Static Friction
Static Friction
Force that keeps an object at rest and prevents movement.
Kinetic Friction
Kinetic Friction
Force that resists the motion of a moving object.
Sliding Friction
Sliding Friction
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Rolling Friction
Rolling Friction
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Gravity
Gravity
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Heat Energy
Heat Energy
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Light Energy
Light Energy
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Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
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Sound Energy
Sound Energy
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Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
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Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
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Pulley
Pulley
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Study Notes
Friction
- Friction is the force that opposes motion between two surfaces in contact.
- It acts in the opposite direction of movement.
- Rougher surfaces produce more friction.
- Friction can create heat (e.g., rubbing hands).
Advantages of Friction
- Enables walking without slipping.
- Allows vehicles to stop by applying brakes.
- Provides grip for holding objects.
Disadvantages of Friction
- Causes wear and tear on machinery.
- Produces unnecessary heat, leading to energy loss.
- Reduces efficiency in moving objects.
Types of Friction
Static Friction
- The force that prevents an object from moving when it's stationary.
- Stronger than kinetic friction.
- Needed to start moving an object.
- Example: A box on the floor will stay put until pushed.
Kinetic Friction (Sliding and Rolling)
- The force that resists moving objects.
- Two types:
- Sliding Friction: Objects sliding across a surface (e.g., ice skating).
- Rolling Friction: Objects rolling across a surface (e.g., wheels).
- Rolling friction is less than sliding friction, thus increasing efficiency.
Gravity
- Gravity pulls objects towards Earth's center.
- Maintains planetary orbits.
- Depends on the mass of objects and their distance.
Effects of Gravity
- Keeps objects from floating off Earth.
- Causes objects to fall when dropped.
- Influences tides due to the moon's gravitational pull.
Types of Energy
Heat Energy (Thermal Energy)
- Energy transferred due to temperature differences.
- Produced by friction, combustion, or the sun.
- Examples: Cooking, heating water, fire.
How Heat Transfers
- Conduction: Direct transfer through solids (e.g., spoon in hot soup).
- Convection: Transfer in liquids and gases (e.g., boiling water).
- Radiation: Transfer through electromagnetic waves (e.g., sunlight).
Light Energy
- Travels in waves, allowing vision.
- Can be natural (sun) or artificial (lamps).
- Example: Plants use sunlight for photosynthesis.
- Properties: Travels in straight lines, reflects, refracts, absorbs
- Speed in vacuum: 299,792,458 m/s.
Mechanical Energy
- Energy of motion or position.
- Sum of kinetic (motion) and potential (stored) energy.
- Example: Moving car (kinetic); stretched rubber band (potential).
Sound Energy
- Energy from vibrations traveling through a medium (air, water, solids).
- Travels in waves. Needs a medium.
- Examples: Music instruments, speaking, clapping.
- Characteristics: Travels in waves, not through a vacuum, higher frequency means higher pitch.
Electrical Energy
- Energy from moving electrons.
- Powers electronic devices (TVs, phones, lights).
- Sources: Power plants (coal, nuclear, hydro), solar panels, batteries.
Chemical Energy
- Energy stored in materials (food, fuel, batteries).
- Released through chemical reactions.
- Examples: Food energy, gasoline in cars, fireworks.
Simple Machines
Screw
- Inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder.
- Used to hold or lift objects.
- Examples: Jar lids, light bulbs, wood screws.
Pulley
- Wheel with a rope, used to lift heavy objects.
- Reduces effort needed.
- Examples: Flagpoles, cranes, elevators.
Wheel and Axle
- Large wheel attached to a smaller axle.
- Reduces friction, making movement easier.
- Examples: Bicycles, car tires, doorknobs.
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Description
Explore the fascinating topic of friction, a fundamental force that opposes motion between surfaces. This quiz covers advantages and disadvantages of friction, including static and kinetic types. Test your understanding of how friction affects everyday life and machinery.
