Energy Transformations Review

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy of the movement of atoms and molecules in matter.

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Where is kinetic energy the greatest in a system?

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Kinetic energy is greatest at point X.

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Where is potential energy the greatest in a system?

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Potential energy is greatest at point W.

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What type of energy does a battery contain?

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A battery contains chemical energy.

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Give an example of electrical energy being transformed into mechanical energy.

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The blades of a fan turning after it has been plugged into an electrical outlet.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What is potential energy?

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

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What is the relationship between kinetic and potential energy in a roller coaster?

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As a roller coaster climbs, potential energy increases; as it descends, kinetic energy increases.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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The heat produced by a stove when cooking food.

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What is the formula for kinetic energy?

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