Energy and Collision Review

Front

When two objects collide, what will happen?

Back

Both will move in the opposite direction.

Front

A meeting or touching of surfaces is called ___________.

Back

Contact.

Front

A change in an object's position over time and in comparison to other objects is called _______________.

Back

Motion.

Front

The energy an object has because it is moving is called ______________________.

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What is the energy stored in an object due to its position called?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What do we call the force that pulls objects toward each other?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What is the term for the speed and direction of an object's movement?

Back

Velocity.

Front

What is the effect of a force applied to an object?

Back

It can change the object's motion.

Front

What happens to the energy of a moving object when it comes to a stop?

Back

The kinetic energy is converted to other forms of energy, like heat.

Front

What is the term for the energy of an object at rest due to its position?

Back

Potential energy.