Energy Skate Park

Front

What happens to total energy when the mass of the skater decreases?

Back

The total energy in the system decreases.

Front

When does the skater have the most kinetic energy?

Back

At the bottom of the ramp.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position, such as being higher up.

Front

Where does the skater have more potential energy?

Back

At the top of the ramp.

Front

What happens to potential energy as the skater gains kinetic energy?

Back

As the skater gains kinetic energy, they lose potential energy.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

Front

How does the skater gain kinetic energy?

Back

The skater gains kinetic energy as he travels down the ramp.

Front

What is the relationship between potential and kinetic energy in a skate park?

Back

Potential energy converts to kinetic energy as the skater moves down.

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy = 1/2 * mass * velocity^2.

Front

What is the formula for potential energy?

Back

Potential energy = mass * gravity * height.