Energy, Transformations 23

Front

What is gravitational potential energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object as a result of its position or height.

Front

What energy transformation occurs when a flashlight shines?

Back

Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into radiant energy.

Front

Give an example of light energy being transformed into chemical energy.

Back

A plant makes sugar in the sunlight.

Front

What energy transformation occurs when an oven is powered on?

Back

Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

Front

At which point does a cyclist have the most kinetic energy?

Back

At point C.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What is mechanical energy?

Back

The sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

Front

Explain thermal energy.

Back

The energy that comes from the temperature of matter; it is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

Front

What is the principle of conservation of energy?

Back

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

Front

What type of energy transformation occurs in a battery?

Back

Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy.