Heat and Work - G9

Front

What is the transfer of energy that occurs when a force is applied to move an object in the direction of the force?

Back

Work

Front

What is needed to perform work?

Back

Energy

Front

Which type of energy in food is converted into mechanical energy that enables you to do work?

Back

Chemical energy

Front

What is also called the Law of Energy Conservation, which states that energy cannot be created nor destroyed, only transferred or converted from one form to another?

Back

Law of Thermodynamics

Front

What is the total energy contained within a system, including the kinetic energy of molecules (due to motion) and potential energy (due to intermolecular forces)?

Back

Internal Energy

Front

What is the formula for calculating work done?

Back

Work = Force x Distance

Front

What is the unit of work in the International System of Units (SI)?

Back

Joule (J)

Front

What is the relationship between work and energy?

Back

Work is a transfer of energy.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of an object due to its motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

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