Lesson 4.1 Flashcard

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state. It can be gravitational, elastic, or chemical.

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At which point is potential energy greatest in a system?

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Potential energy is greatest at the highest point in a system, where the object has the most stored energy due to its position.

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What type of potential energy is found in a glass of milk?

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Chemical potential energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, depending on its mass and speed.

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At what position does a rock have the greatest kinetic energy?

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The rock has the greatest kinetic energy at the lowest point in its path, where it is moving the fastest.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses because of its height above the ground.

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Which point has the least gravitational potential energy?

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The point at the lowest height has the least gravitational potential energy.

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What is chemical potential energy?

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Chemical potential energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or batteries.

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What is elastic potential energy?

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Elastic potential energy is the energy stored in objects that can be stretched or compressed, like springs or rubber bands.

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How does height affect potential energy?

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As height increases, gravitational potential energy increases because the object has more energy due to its position.