Question detail
During the upward projection of an object, which energy transformation occurs?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Energy changes in a system, and the ways energy is stored before and after such changes
Question
- A. Gravitational potential energy to kinetic energy
- B. Kinetic energy to gravitational potential energy
- C. Thermal energy to kinetic energy
- D. Kinetic energy to thermal energy
Answer
Kinetic energy to gravitational potential energy
Explanation
The correct option is "Kinetic energy to gravitational potential energy". Kinetic energy to gravitational potential energy is right because it directly matches Energy stores and systems: Describe energy-store changes when an object is projected upwards.. The other options are less suitable because they change the required Physics relationship, confuse the relevant energy store or use a distractor that does not answer the question.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Energy Changes
Students often think that the energy store remains constant when an object is projected upwards.
Emphasize that as an object is projected upwards, kinetic energy is converted to gravitational potential energy, leading to a change in energy stores.
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