Energy Concepts Flashcard

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What prevents energy transfer?

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Insulators are materials that prevent energy transfer, such as heat or electricity.

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What force prevents objects from moving?

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Friction is the force that opposes the motion of an object.

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What type of energy comes from elements or compounds interacting?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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What affects an object's potential energy?

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Mass affects an object's potential energy; the more mass, the greater the potential energy.

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What happens to kinetic energy when a roller coaster car goes uphill?

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Kinetic energy decreases when a roller coaster car goes uphill.

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What is the definition of kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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What is the relationship between mass and gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy increases with the mass of the object and its height above the ground.

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What is an example of a good conductor of electricity?

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Copper is an example of a good conductor of electricity.

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What is an example of an insulator?

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Rubber is an example of an insulator that prevents electricity from passing through.