HHE and MRSCHEN Test Review BANK

Front

A lamp begins with electrical energy when plugged in and turns into _________ energy when the light comes on.

Back

Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, which is what we see as light.

Front

Energy of vibrating particles is known as _________.

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is related to the movement of particles.

Front

The type of energy that we can hear is _________.

Back

Sound energy is produced when an object vibrates, creating waves that travel through air or other mediums.

Front

At which point is the kinetic energy of the ball the greatest?

Back

At the start and finish, kinetic energy is highest when the ball is moving fastest.

Front

X-rays are this type of energy: _________.

Back

Radiant energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and includes visible light, X-rays, and radio waves.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, calculated as 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state, such as a ball at the top of a hill.

Front

What is mechanical energy?

Back

Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object that is used to do work.

Front

What is sound energy?

Back

Sound energy is a form of energy that is associated with the vibration of matter and can be heard.

Front

What is radiant energy?

Back

Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves and can move through space, such as light and X-rays.