Harnessing Human Energy Review

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What is stored energy called?

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Potential energy.

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True or False: Objects get energy from other objects that have energy.

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True.

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If a wind turbine is moving, does it have energy?

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Yes, if the turbine is spinning, then it is moving; so it must have energy.

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What is the energy conversion from electrical to light called?

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This is an example of energy conversion.

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What happens to a phone that runs out of battery?

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It has no energy.

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What type of energy is associated with an object at rest?

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Potential energy.

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What type of energy is associated with a moving object?

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Kinetic energy.

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Can energy be transferred from one object to another?

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Yes, energy can be transferred between objects.

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What is an example of kinetic energy in everyday life?

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A rolling ball.

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What is an example of potential energy in everyday life?

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A stretched rubber band.