Magnetic Fields 2.1 Reading Test

What type of energy is defined as the energy of motion?

• Potential energy

• Kinetic energy

• Elastic energy

• Thermal energy

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Which force is responsible for pulling objects toward Earth?

• Elastic force

• Magnetic force

• Gravity

• Friction

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In the snowboarding example, where is potential energy stored before the rider goes downhill?

• In the snowboard

• In the air

• In the gravitational field between Earth and the snowboarder

• In the snow

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What happens to potential energy when an object begins to move?

• It disappears

• It converts to kinetic energy

• It stays the same

• It becomes heat

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Match each term with the correct definition. Write the letter of the definition next to the number.

• Potential Energy

• System

• A push or pull that can stretch or compress an object

• Energy of motion

• Gravity

• Force that pulls objects toward Earth

• Kinetic Energy

• Stored energy due to position

• A group of objects that interact with each other

• Elastic Force

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How does gravity help a skydiver gain speed after jumping from an airplane?

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Describe how energy is transferred and stored when a gymnast jumps on a trampoline.

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Why is potential energy considered “stored” energy? Give an example from the reading.

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