Energy Quiz

What kind of energy involves an object that can fall?

• Potential

• Kinetic

• Sound

• Heat

• Gravity

What kind of energy involves an object that is moving?

• Potential

• Kinetic

• Sound

• Heat

• Gravity

Which of the following is NOT a form of energy?

• Potential

• Kinetic

• Sound

• Heat

• Gravity

In a closed system, how much will the total energy change over time?

• It depends on the system

• It will decrease

• It will increase

• It will stay the same

What energy transformation takes place as a rock rolls down a hill?

• None

• Potential Energy to Kinetic Energy

• Thermal Energy to Kinetic Energy

• Rock Energy to Mechanical Energy

What energy transformation takes place when a skateboarder uses their speed to skate up a ramp

• Potential Energy to Kinetic Energy

• Kinetic Energy to Potential Energy

• Rotational Energy to Mechanical Energy

• None

At which point on the image does the roller coaster car have the greatest gravitational potential energy?

• A

• B

• C

• D

At which point on the image does the roller coaster car have the greatest kinetic energy? (ignore friction, sound, and air)

• A

• B

• C

• D

What kind of energy is represented in the picture?

• Thermal

• Potential

• Nuclear

• Mechanical

Which of the following best represents the type of energy used in this picture?

• Chemical

• Thermal

• Electrical

• Kinetic