Energy Transfers and Conservation Principles

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These flashcards cover key concepts in energy transfers, conservation of energy, and efficiency in various systems.

Last updated 3:40 PM on 4/27/25
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What energy transfer happens when a moving car brakes to a stop?

Kinetic energy to Thermal energy (due to friction in brakes).

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Identify the energy stores and transfers when stretching and releasing a rubber band.

Elastic potential energy to Kinetic energy to Thermal energy.

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State the principle of conservation of energy.

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transferred or stored differently.

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A machine uses 500 J of energy and 300 J becomes useful. What is its efficiency?

60%.

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Describe the energy transfers in a kettle.

Electrical energy to Thermal energy (heats water) plus some sound energy.

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Why is metal a good conductor of heat?

Metal particles vibrate and transfer heat energy efficiently through conduction.

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Why do black surfaces absorb and emit radiation better than white or shiny surfaces?

Black surfaces are better absorbers and emitters of thermal radiation.

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What is the formula linking work done, force, and distance moved?

W = F × d

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What is the formula for gravitational potential energy (GPE)?

GPE = m × g × h

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What energy transfers happen in a coal-fired power station?

Chemical energy to Thermal energy to Kinetic energy to Electrical energy.