Work, Power, and Energy Flashcard

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The type of energy that is based on position or height of the object is called ________?

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Potential Energy

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Power is measured by which scientific unit?

Back

Watts

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An 8.0 kg dog is running 6.0 m/s. How much kinetic energy does it have? (Use KE=0.5mv^2)

Back

144 J

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What is the energy of an object due to its motion called?

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Kinetic Energy

Front

What happens to the potential energy of an object as it gets higher off the ground?

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It increases.

Front

Define Kinetic Energy.

Back

The energy of an object due to its motion, calculated as KE = 0.5mv^2.

Front

Define Potential Energy.

Back

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

Front

What is the formula for calculating Power?

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Power = Work / Time.

Front

What is the unit of Work in the SI system?

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Joules (J).

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What is the relationship between Work and Energy?

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Work done on an object results in a change in energy.