Saavas Topic 3: Energy & Simple Machines

Front

The total amount of potential and kinetic energy in a system is called _____

Back

Mechanical Energy

Front

The energy a moving object has because of its motion is called _____

Back

Kinetic Energy

Front

When a rock falls, which type of energy conversion occurs?

Back

Potential to Kinetic Energy

Front

If a machine has a mechanical advantage of 5, what does this imply about the input and output forces?

Back

The output force is 5 times greater than the input force.

Front

Which device converts electrical energy into light energy?

Back

A light bulb

Front

What is the energy stored in an object due to its position called?

Back

Potential Energy

Front

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

Back

Thermal Energy

Front

What is the formula for calculating mechanical advantage?

Back

Mechanical Advantage = Output Force / Input Force

Front

What type of energy is produced by the sun?

Back

Nuclear Energy (through nuclear fusion)

Front

What is the principle that states energy cannot be created or destroyed?

Back

Law of Conservation of Energy