Understanding Energy Types and Concepts

Front

What happens to potential and kinetic energy as a pendulum swings from its highest to lowest position?

Back

The potential energy decreases while the kinetic energy increases.

Front

Gravitational potential energy depends on which two factors?

Back

Height and mass.

Front

What is the energy of motion called?

Back

Kinetic Energy.

Front

At which point is potential energy greatest in a pendulum swing?

Back

At the highest point (W).

Front

What type of potential energy is stored when holding a book above the ground?

Back

Gravitational potential energy.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

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

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

Back

PE = mgh (where PE is potential energy, m is mass, g is acceleration due to gravity, and h is height).

Front

What happens to kinetic energy as an object slows down?

Back

Kinetic energy decreases.

Front

What is the relationship between height and potential energy?

Back

As height increases, potential energy increases.