Potential vs. Kinetic Energy

Front

What is the ability of a system to do work called?

Back

Energy

Front

What can potential energy be transformed into?

Back

Kinetic energy

Front

What type of energy is present in a moving object?

Back

Kinetic energy

Front

What is the unit of measurement for energy?

Back

Joule (J) or Joules (J) for multiple units

Front

What type of energy does an airplane have before it takes off?

Back

Potential energy

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Energy of an object in motion.

Front

Give an example of potential energy.

Back

A book on a shelf has potential energy due to its height.

Front

Give an example of kinetic energy.

Back

A rolling ball has kinetic energy due to its motion.

Front

How does height affect potential energy?

Back

Higher objects have more potential energy.