ENERGY
What is energy?
THE ABILITY TO DO WORK OR MAKE CHANGE.
true or false- there are 2 types of energy-kinetic and potenial
true
WHAT IS ELECTRICITY?
A form of energy that results from charged particles which can be carried by wires.
Renewable Energy
energy that can be used again
Energy that travels in waves, such as visible light or X-rays.
Radiant energy
potential energy
energy at rest
Lightning, touching a door handle from walking on carpet, balloon rubbed on head is an example of __________
static electricity
explain a positive charge
more protons than electrons
Energy stored in bonds of atoms and molecules, often released when heated.
Chemical
Energy delivered by electrons, usually moving through a wire.
electrical energy
Electrical circuit is an example of _______________
Negative charge
more electrons than protons
Energy from the movement of particles. Heat is created when particles move quickly.
Thermal energy
energy that moves an object
mechanical
Lets electricity through
conductor
rubber, plastic, wood are examples of
conductors
Energy stored in the nucleus of an atom, released when nuclei are combined or split.
Nuclear energy.
Kinetic energy
energy in motion
does not Let electricity through
insulator
Copper, nickel, steel,
insulators