Forms of Energy and Energy Transformation

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A rubber band is an example of _________ energy.

Back

Elastic energy is the potential energy stored in an elastic object when it is stretched or compressed.

Front

Energy associated with heat and temperature is called _________.

Back

Thermal energy is the internal energy present in a system due to the kinetic energy of its molecules.

Front

Explain the energy transformation that begins with a battery.

Back

The energy transformation is chemical to electrical to light.

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Energy can never be _________.

Back

Energy can never be created or destroyed; it can only be transformed from one form to another.

Front

A hairdryer converts electrical energy into _________.

Back

A hairdryer converts electrical energy into thermal energy.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, dependent on its mass and velocity.

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What is potential energy?

Back

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

Front

What is the law of conservation of energy?

Back

The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

Front

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

Back

Gravitational potential energy is associated with the position of an object in a gravitational field.

Front

What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of kinetic and potential energy in an object.