Energy Transformations Review

Front

What type of energy does a drawn bow possess before the arrow is released?

Back

Elastic potential energy.

Front

What type of energy is transformed when an arrow is released from a drawn bow?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What is the energy conversion that occurs when a rock falls from a height?

Back

Potential energy is converted to kinetic energy.

Front

What is the sum of kinetic energy and potential energy in a system called?

Back

Mechanical energy.

Front

What type of energy does an electric oven transform electrical energy into?

Back

Heat energy.

Front

What type of energy is released when gasoline burns in an engine?

Back

Chemical potential energy.

Front

Define potential energy.

Back

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

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What is mechanical energy?

Back

The total energy of an object due to its motion and position.

Front

What is an example of energy transformation in a light bulb?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light and heat energy.