Forces and Energy Review

Front

What force slows down a rock when it is dropped in water?

Back

Drag forces.

Front

What type of energy is associated with the motion of a roller coaster?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What type of forces are acting on an object that is not moving?

Back

Balanced forces.

Front

What property causes objects in motion to stay in motion?

Back

Inertia.

Front

What happens to potential energy as a roller coaster climbs to the top of a hill?

Back

Potential energy increases.

Front

What happens to the energy of motion as a roller coaster goes down a hill?

Back

The energy of motion increases.

Front

What happens to the energy of motion as a roller coaster slows down at the end of the ride?

Back

The energy of motion decreases.

Front

What is the force that pulls objects toward the Earth?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What is the term for the energy stored in an object due to its position?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What is the effect of friction on moving objects?

Back

Friction slows down moving objects.