Mechanical Energy
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Science
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3rd Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is mechanical energy?
Back
Mechanical energy is the energy that is possessed by an object due to its motion or position. It involves moving parts.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-5
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following shows mechanical energy?
Back
A fidget spinner shows mechanical energy because it has moving parts.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-5
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does NOT have moving parts?
Back
A sweater does not have moving parts and therefore does not show mechanical energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-5
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of an action that requires mechanical energy.
Back
Riding a bike requires mechanical energy because it involves moving parts.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
NGSS.MS-PS3-5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which action does NOT require mechanical energy?
Back
Melting ice does not require mechanical energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of an object with mechanical energy?
Back
A bicycle has mechanical energy when it is being pedaled.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the difference between potential and kinetic energy?
Back
Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-2
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
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