Energy

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

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What does sound energy require to travel?

Back

Sound energy needs a medium (such as air, water, or solids) to travel.

Front

What is stored energy called?

Back

Stored energy is called potential energy.

Front

What type of energy conversion occurs in glow sticks?

Back

Glow sticks convert chemical energy to light energy.

Front

What is the ability to do work referred to as?

Back

The ability to do work is referred to as energy.

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

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

Front

What is an example of kinetic energy in everyday life?

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A moving car or a running athlete demonstrates kinetic energy.

Front

What is the relationship between energy and work?

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Energy is the capacity to do work; when work is done, energy is transferred.

Front

What is thermal energy?

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