Energy Quiz

What is energy defined as?

• The ability to do work or make things happen

• The ability to create matter

• The ability to stop motion

• The ability to change color

What is the unit of measurement for energy?

• Newton-meters or Joules

• Kilograms or Meters

• Liters or Gallons

• Pounds or Ounces

What type of energy is stored in an object due to its position, shape, or chemical composition?

• Potential Energy

• Kinetic Energy

• Thermal Energy

• Electrical Energy

What is the formula for Kinetic Energy?

• KE = ½ mv²

• KE = mv²

• KE = 2mv

• KE = m²v

What happens to the kinetic energy of an object if its velocity is doubled?

• It quadruples

• It doubles

• It triples

• It remains the same

Diagram showing types of energy: Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy

• Thermal Energy

• Chemical Energy

• Nuclear Energy

• Potential Energy and Kinetic Energy

What is kinetic energy?

• Energy stored in an object due to its position

• Energy of an object in motion

• Energy released during a chemical reaction

• Energy from the sun

Which of the following is NOT a type of kinetic energy?

• Heat

• Electricity

• Chemical energy

• Waves (sound, EM)

What type of energy do roller coaster cars experience as they move?

• Thermal energy

• Kinetic energy

• Nuclear energy

• Chemical energy

What is the formula for Gravitational Potential Energy (GPE)?

• GPE = mass x velocity x height

• GPE = mass x gravity x height

• GPE = mass x acceleration x height

• GPE = mass x force x height