Potential Energy Review Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the definition of Potential Energy (PE)?

Energy that has no effect

Energy that is stored in an object (correct)

Energy that is released immediately

Energy that is in motion

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

A battery (correct)

A book resting on a table (correct)

A running car

A stretched rubber band (correct)

What are the two types of Potential Energy?

Gravitational potential energy and chemical potential energy

What is the difference between Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy?

Potential energy is stored energy while kinetic energy is the energy of motion. Signup and view all the answers

How does Potential Energy turn into Kinetic Energy?

Energy changes from one form to another; for example, a book falling from the edge of a table. Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of Chemical Potential Energy?

A lump of coal and a can of gasoline. Signup and view all the answers

What is stored energy called?

Potential Energy Signup and view all the answers

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

At its highest point Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of potential energy?

A battery Signup and view all the answers

What is a waterfall an example of?

Potential energy being converted to Kinetic Energy Signup and view all the answers

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

Gravitational Potential Energy Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of potential energy?

A compressed spring Signup and view all the answers

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

It would decrease by half. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

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.

Description

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.