Forms of Energy
What is sound energy?
the movement of energy through substances in longitudinal (compression/rarefaction) waves
A process in which energy changes from one form to another form.
Energy Transformation
The energy associated with the motion and position of everyday objects. Formula is potential energy + kinetic energy.
mechanical
Many common devices use this form of energy. All of the devices that use a plug and socket like this are using what kind of energy?
Electrical Energy
____________ is the ability to cause change.
Energy
What is thermal energy?
Heat energy caused by the motion of the particles of a substance.
The law that states that energy cannot be created or destroyed but can be changed from one form to another.
The law of conservation
Stored energy that results from the position or shape of an object
the energy that an object has because of the position, shape, or condition of the object
Potential
Some toys require batteries in order to work. Which type of energy is used to power these toys?
Chemical or electrical energy
Gravitational potential energy depends on the ________ and ________ of the object.
Height and Mass
What is electrical energy?
the energy created by electrons moving called a current through an electrical conductor.
Chemical energy can transform into
Mechanical energy
The energy of motion
Kinetic
What type of energy is used in a microwave to cook soup?
Thermal Energy
Energy can be _____________ or changed from one type to another.
Transfer
What is potential energy?
Stored energy that results from an object's shape or position.
Electrical energy can be transformed into
heat, light, and sound energy
Potential energy that depends on the height of an object
Gravitational Potential energy
Wind turbine is the form of which energy
Electrical energy
The faster an object moves, the ________ kinetic energy it has.
More
What is Kinetic Energy?
The energy an object has due to its motion.
Radiant energy can be transformed into
chemical energy
Heat energy
Ability to do work
Energy
This boy is using a bow and arrow. He pulled it back. What form of energy does a bow and arrow demonstrate?
Potential energy
____________energy is in a rock at the edge of a cliff?
Potential