Flashcard 6.8A & 6.9A

Front

What is Potential Energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object because of its position. Still, not moving.

Front

When you stretch a rubber band, what type of energy is it?

Back

Potential Energy.

Front

At which point does a roller coaster have the most potential energy?

Back

Point A.

Front

On which hill would a roller coaster have more potential energy?

Back

The first hill.

Front

What is the ability to do work called?

Back

Energy.

Front

What happens to potential energy when an object is in motion?

Back

It converts to kinetic energy.

Front

What is Kinetic Energy?

Back

The energy an object has that is moving or working.

Front

What is an example of potential energy in everyday life?

Back

A stretched bowstring before an arrow is released.

Front

What is the relationship between height and potential energy?

Back

Higher objects have more potential energy due to their position.

Front

What is the formula for calculating gravitational potential energy?

Back

Potential Energy = mass × gravity × height.