Kinetic vs Potential Energy

When an object is in motion, it has ___________ energy.

• potential
• mechanical
• kinetic
• movement

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Gravitational potential energy depends on the ________ and ________ of the object. 

• Height and mass
• Friction and movement
• Mass and Movement
• Height and Friction 

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When plants convert the sun's energy into food, which type of energy is it?

• kinetic
• chemical
• thermal
• radiant

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At which point is potential energy greatest?

• W
• X
• Y
• Z

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Where is potential energy converting to kinetic energy

• D-G
• C-F
• A-D
• A-G

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In order to INCREASE the potential energy of an object, you need to:

• put the object lower to the ground
• raise the object higher

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Which of the following is NOT an example of potential energy?

• A. Gravitational pull 
• B. Nuclear energy 
• C. Chemical bonds 
• D. Electricity

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Is this activity as an example of potential or kinetic energy Choose “PE” or “KE”:
The energy that exists before baking soda and vinegar combine to create carbon dioxide gas.

• PE
• KE

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Is this activity as an example of potential or kinetic energy Choose “PE” or “KE”:
A child on his way down a playground slide.

• PE
• KE

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Is this activity as an example of potential or kinetic energy Choose “PE” or “KE”:
Ocean waves

• PE
• KE

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