Energy Transformations

Front

What is mechanical energy?

Back

The sum of kinetic and potential energy.

Front

What type of energy is solar energy converted to?

Back

Electrical energy.

Front

What type of energy is produced by vibrating objects?

Back

Sound energy.

Front

What is the energy transformation in a pencil sharpener plugged into a wall outlet?

Back

Electrical energy is converted to mechanical energy, which is then converted to sound energy.

Front

What energy conversion occurs when gasoline is used in a car?

Back

Chemical energy is converted to mechanical energy.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is the principle of conservation of energy?

Back

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

Front

What is an example of energy transformation in a light bulb?

Back

Electrical energy is converted to light energy and thermal energy.

Front

What type of energy is associated with the position of an object?

Back

Potential energy.