Kinetic and Potential Energy Concepts

Front

Energy in motion is called:

Back

Kinetic Energy

Front

What kind of energy is in a person running?

Back

Kinetic Energy

Front

When a pendulum swings, at which point is potential energy at its greatest? (1, 2, 3, 4)

Back

1

Front

What kind of energy is in a moving skateboard?

Back

Kinetic Energy

Front

Energy that is stored is called:

Back

Potential Energy

Front

What is the formula for kinetic energy?

Back

KE = 1/2 mv² (where m is mass and v is velocity)

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

Give an example of potential energy.

Back

A book on a shelf has potential energy due to its height.

Front

What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

Back

It converts to kinetic energy.

Front

What is the relationship between kinetic and potential energy in a roller coaster?

Back

As the coaster goes up, potential energy increases; as it goes down, kinetic energy increases.