Energy

Front

What is the total amount of energy in an object called?

Back

Mechanical energy.

Front

What type of energy is stored in an object when it is not in motion?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

Potential energy is also known as what type of energy?

Back

Stored energy.

Front

What type of energy is demonstrated when a light bulb is turned on?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

Energy can be classified into two main categories: kinetic energy and what other type?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

Give an example of kinetic energy.

Back

A moving car.

Front

Give an example of potential energy.

Back

A drawn bowstring.

Front

What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

Back

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