3rd Six Weeks Benchmark Review Part 1

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What is mechanical energy?

Back

Mechanical energy is the energy that an object has due to its motion or position.

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What happens to mechanical energy when an object moves faster?

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The mechanical energy increases as the speed of the object increases.

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What is a push?

Back

A push is a force that moves an object away from you.

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What is a pull?

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A pull is a force that brings an object closer to you.

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Can pushes always cause an object to move?

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No, pushes do not always cause a change in motion.

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What happens when a drum is hit?

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The drum begins to vibrate.

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What is an example of an object that has mechanical energy?

Back

A moving bicycle has mechanical energy.

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What is the effect of friction on motion?

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Friction can slow down or stop the motion of an object.

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What is the relationship between speed and mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy depends on the speed of a moving object.

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What is an example of an object that can have mechanical energy due to its position?

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A book on a shelf has mechanical energy due to its position.