Types of potential Energy

SWBAT: Identify and describe gravitational, elastic, and

chemical potential energies

1. Gravitational potential energy
   2. Elastic potential energy
   3. Chemical potential energy

Look at the teacher to follow the instructions for foldable.
With your white paper, make 3 flaps, and cut them.
On the front of the 3 flaps, you will write the following.

Gravitational potential energy - the energy an object possesses due to its position.
Elastic potential energy - the energy stored in objects that can be stretched or compressed, such as a spring or rubber band.
Chemical potential energy - the energy stored in the chemical bonds of substances.

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Types of Potential Energy

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Each team of 2 will receive the materials needed for the activity.

Once I say go you may begin the activity.

Answer questions below and fill out data table (5min)

Activity 1

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Activity 2

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Activity 3