KE & PE Flashcardizz

Front

What happens to the potential energy of an object as it falls?

Back

The potential energy of the object decreases as its kinetic energy increases.

Front

What causes an increase in potential energy?

Back

An increase in potential energy occurs when an object is moved to a higher position.

Front

At which point on a hill is the potential energy greatest?

Back

The potential energy is greatest at the highest point on the hill.

Front

What is the law of conservation of energy?

Back

Energy cannot be created nor destroyed, only transferred from one form to another.

Front

When do riders experience maximum kinetic energy on a roller coaster?

Back

Riders experience maximum kinetic energy at the bottom of each dip.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is the formula for gravitational potential energy?

Back

Gravitational potential energy (PE) = mass (m) × gravity (g) × height (h).

Front

What is the relationship between kinetic energy and speed?

Back

Kinetic energy increases with the square of the speed of an object.

Front

What happens to kinetic energy when an object slows down?

Back

The kinetic energy of the object decreases as it slows down.