Unit 2 Lesson 3 Science Flashcard

Front

What happens to an object that is more compressed when launched by a rubber band?

Back

It will travel farther than an object that is less compressed.

Front

What type of energy do all objects that are in a position to move have?

Back

Stored energy.

Front

What is the result of two objects bumping into each other called?

Back

Collision.

Front

What type of energy do you have at the top of a swing before coming back down?

Back

Stored energy.

Front

If three archers pull back the same arrow, whose arrow will go the farthest when released?

Back

The archer who pulls back the bow the farthest.

Front

What is the energy called that is stored in an object?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What is the energy called that an object has due to its motion?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What is it called when energy changes from one form to another?

Back

Energy transformation.

Front

What is the term for the force that pulls objects toward each other?

Back

Gravity.

Front

What happens to the energy of an object when it is lifted higher?

Back

Its potential energy increases.