Name the form of energy that includes visible light and radio waves. A6: Electromagnetic (or radiant) energy.
What form of energy is stored in the bonds between atoms? A4: Chemical energy. 15.1 energy and its forms answer key
Which type of potential energy depends on an object’s height? A7: Gravitational potential energy. Name the form of energy that includes visible
Why is a compressed spring a form of potential energy? A: Because it has the potential to do work when released. The energy is stored due to its shape (compression). A4: Chemical energy
Give an example of elastic potential energy. A3: A stretched bowstring, a compressed spring in a mattress, or a twisted rubber band.
How does gravitational potential energy change as an object falls? A2: As an object falls, its height decreases, so its gravitational potential energy decreases. At the same time, its kinetic energy increases.