Potentail & Kinetic Flashcards
1
Q
Define the word energy.
A
The ability for a system to do work.
2
Q
Explain what an energy system is.
A
A group of parts that work together to do a specific task.
3
Q
What is potential energy?
A
Energy stored in an object or system.
4
Q
What is elastic potential energy?
A
energy stored in a stretched or compressed object.
5
Q
What is gravitational potential energy?
A
potential energy stored in an object due to its position above the earth.
6
Q
what is chemical potential energy?
A
energy stored in the particles of substances.
