Energy Transformations

Front

What type of energy transformation occurs in an electric hot plate when it is plugged in?

Back

Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

Front

According to the Law of Conservation of Energy, energy cannot be ______ or ______.

Back

created or destroyed.

Front

What is the type of energy associated with electrical energy in motion?

Back

Kinetic electrical energy.

Front

At which position does a roller coaster cart have the most kinetic energy?

Back

Position X.

Front

When turning on a lamp, what are the three forms of energy created, and which one is NOT created?

Back

The lamp creates thermal, light, and sound energy, but NOT chemical energy.

Front

What is the definition of energy transformation?

Back

Energy transformation is the process of changing energy from one form to another.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

Front

What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

Front

What is an example of mechanical energy?

Back

A moving car or a spinning wheel.

Front

What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.