Unit 1 Study Guide

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What is Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)?

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Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE) is the energy an object possesses due to its height above the ground. It increases as the height increases.

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How does height affect GPE?

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As height increases, Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE) also increases.

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What happens to kinetic energy when GPE decreases?

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If Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE) decreases, kinetic energy increases.

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What types of energy are involved when a car stops?

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When a car stops, kinetic energy is transformed into sound energy and heat energy.

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What is conduction in terms of thermal energy transfer?

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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

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What type of thermal energy transfer do air pockets in jackets prevent?

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Air pockets in jackets prevent the transfer of conduction.

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What is the definition of heat?

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Heat is the energy that flows from a warmer object to a cooler one.

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What is nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fission is a nuclear reaction in which the nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts, releasing energy.

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What type of energy is used in a nuclear power plant?

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Nuclear fission reactions are used to provide energy in a nuclear power plant.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.