Unit #2 Test Review

Front

What is energy?

Back

The ability to do work, cause change, or make things move/happen.

Front

Which type of waves has the lowest frequency?

Back

Radio waves.

Front

What is the energy transformation in a car that uses radiant energy?

Back

Radiant → Electrical → Mechanical.

Front

What types of energy are present when a heat lamp is on?

Back

Electrical, Light, Thermal.

Front

At which point on a roller coaster is potential energy the highest?

Back

Point W.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

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

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy of an object due to its motion.

Front

What is the relationship between energy and work?

Back

Energy is the capacity to do work.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

The total energy of all the particles in an object, related to temperature.

Front

What is the principle of energy transformation?

Back

Energy can change from one form to another but cannot be created or destroyed.