Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Energy, work and power

Energy, work and power — practice question

A cyclist moves downhill from rest at point X without pedalling. The cyclist uses his brakes and the cycle comes to a stop at point Y. Which energy transfers have occurred between X and Y?

  • Agravitational potential $\rightarrow$ kinetic $\rightarrow$ internal (thermal)
  • Bgravitational potential $\rightarrow$ internal (thermal) $\rightarrow$ kinetic
  • Ckinetic $\rightarrow$ gravitational potential $\rightarrow$ internal (thermal)
  • Dkinetic $\rightarrow$ internal (thermal) $\rightarrow$ gravitational potential

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