ONB VOCAB FLASHCARD: ENERGY Activities 1-11

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, depending on both its mass and height.

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What does 'transmit' mean in terms of energy?

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To transmit energy means to pass it right through an object without being absorbed or reflected.

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What is a dependent variable?

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A dependent variable is the observed phenomenon that is being measured in an experiment.

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What does 'reflect' mean in terms of energy?

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To reflect energy means to bounce it off a surface instead of absorbing it.

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What is an independent variable in an experiment?

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An independent variable is something that is changed in a systematic way in an experiment to determine its effect.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion, which depends on its mass and speed.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to its temperature.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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

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What does 'absorb' mean in terms of energy?

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To absorb energy means to take in energy, preventing it from passing through or being reflected.