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Explore Energy Transformations in Roller Coasters
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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
SARAH JONES
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of energy does a roller coaster have at the top of a hill?
Back
Potential energy
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
As a roller coaster descends a hill, what type of energy increases?
Back
Kinetic energy
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The principle that states energy cannot be created or destroyed is called:
Back
Energy conservation
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which of the following best describes potential energy?
Back
Stored energy based on position
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When a roller coaster slows down while climbing a hill, what energy transformation occurs?
Back
Kinetic to potential
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What allows a roller coaster to navigate twists, turns, and loops?
Back
Continuous conversion between potential and kinetic energy
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When will a roller coaster starting at 50 meters have the most kinetic energy?
Back
At the bottom of the first hill
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