Energy, Transformations 23

Front

What type of energy transformation occurs when a flashlight shines?

Back

Chemical to electrical to radiant.

Front

What is an example of light energy being transformed into chemical energy?

Back

A plant makes sugar in the sunlight.

Front

What type of energy does a battery convert?

Back

Chemical to electrical.

Front

At what point does water have the most gravitational potential energy?

Back

Point A.

Front

How does the energy of an apple change as it falls from a tree?

Back

The potential energy of the apple converts to kinetic energy.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

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

Front

What is the law of conservation of energy?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of energy transformation in a hydroelectric power plant.

Back

Potential energy of water is converted to kinetic energy as it flows, then to electrical energy.

Front

What is radiant energy?

Back

Energy that travels in waves and can be seen as light.