Potential Energy Review Flashcards

What is the definition of Potential Energy (PE)?

Which of the following are examples of Potential Energy? (Select all that apply)

What are the two types of Potential Energy?

What is the difference between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy?

How does Potential Energy turn into Kinetic Energy?

What are examples of Chemical Potential Energy?

What is stored energy called?

If you throw a ball into the air, where will it have the greatest gravitational potential energy?

What is an example of potential energy?

What is a waterfall an example of?

When you climb to the top of a water slide, what are you gaining?

What is an example of potential energy?

What happens to a monkey's gravitational potential energy if it climbs back down halfway?

Potential Energy Overview

Potential energy (PE) is stored energy based on an object's position or composition.
Energy can be released at a later time, making potential energy dynamic.

Examples of Potential Energy

A book resting on a table represents gravitational potential energy due to its height.
A stretched rubber band contains elastic potential energy that can be released.
A battery holds chemical potential energy, providing power until depleted.

Types of Potential Energy

Gravitational Potential Energy: Depends on an object's height above the ground.
Chemical Potential Energy: Energy stored in chemical bonds, found in substances like coal and gasoline.

Potential vs. Kinetic Energy

Potential energy refers to stored energy, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.
These two energy forms can convert into one another, illustrating the conservation of energy.

Conversion Between Energy Types

Energy transformations occur; for instance, a book falling converts potential energy to kinetic energy as it moves.

Contextual Examples

A battery and a compressed spring are everyday examples showcasing potential energy.
Waterfalls exhibit potential energy being transformed into kinetic energy as water flows downward.

Energy Gain and Loss

Climbing to the top of a water slide results in gaining gravitational potential energy.
A monkey climbing halfway down a tree decreases its potential energy by half.

Key Points on Gravitational Potential Energy

An object's gravitational potential energy is greatest at its highest point, such as when throwing a ball upwards.

This quiz covers the key concepts of potential energy, including definitions and examples. Learn about the types and real-life applications of potential energy through engaging flashcards. Perfect for students looking to solidify their understanding of this important physics topic.