Forms of Energy Flashcard

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Energy of an object due to its height?

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Gravitational Energy is the energy an object possesses because of its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height.

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As the roller coaster is going down the hill, it is experiencing ________ energy because it is in motion.

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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Energy released when atoms split (fission) or join together (fusion).

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Nuclear Energy is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom. It can be released through nuclear fission or fusion.

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Water flows through turbines in dams. What type of energy is used to make the turbines spin?

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Mechanical Energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object. In this case, flowing water has mechanical energy that spins the turbines.

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Which energy transformation occurs when a lamp is functioning correctly?

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Electrical to Light transformation occurs when electrical energy is converted into light energy in a lamp.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential Energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state. For example, a rock at the top of a hill has potential energy.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object due to its motion. It depends on the mass and speed of the object.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal Energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Mechanical Energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object that is used to do work.

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What is Radiant Energy?

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Radiant Energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves. It includes visible light, radio waves, and X-rays.