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WorksheetsPotential & Kinetic Energy
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 26mins
Energy stored because of gravity is called:
Gravitational Potential Energy
Kinetic Energy
Mechanical Advantage
Chemical Energy
At which point does the ball has the greatest gravitational potential energy (GPE)?
A
G
D
C
G
A bicyclist pedaling is a type of...
kinetic energy
potential energy
An archer with her bow drawn is a type of...
kinetic energy
potential energy
A baseball thrown to second base is a type of...
kinetic energy
potential energy
The wind blowing through your hair is a type of...
kinetic energy
potential energy
A bowling ball rolling down the alley is a type of...
kinetic energy
potential energy
How much gravitational potential energy does a 100kg (220lb.) skydiver have if they jump from 4000 meters?
3920000 J
294 J
180000 J
1225 J
What is the unit for mass?
kilogram (kg)
meter (m)
Newton (N)
Joule (J)
What is the unit for distance?
kilogram (kg)
meter (m)
Newton (N)
Joule (J)
What is the unit for energy?
kilogram (kg)
meter (m)
Newton (N)
Joule (J)
The formula for calculating the gravitational potential energy in an object is shown above. Which object will have the largest value for its GPE
What is the capacity necessary to do work?
speed
joule
momentum
energy
energy of motion
kinetic energy
potential energy
movement
work
Which has a greater impact on kinetic energy?
mass
velocity
An airplane circling in preparation for a landing
A mousetrap set and ready to spring
A pile of coal that will be used for fuel
A box stored on the top shelf of a closet
A dam holding back a river’s water
An unlit firecracker
A marble rolling down the aisle of your science classroom
How much gravitational potential energy does a 100kg (220lb.) skydiver have if they jump from 4000 meters?
3920000 J
294 J
180000 J
1225 J
