Energy!
What is energy?
Energy is the ability to do work.
An example of this form of energy is the sun.
Thermal energy
This form of energy refers to using resources that CANNOT be replaced or reused easily.
Non-renewable energy
What states can energy take?
Kinetic and potential
An example of this form of energy is knocking on a door or clapping your hands.
Sound energy
This form of energy refers to using resources that CAN be reused or replaced.
Renewable energy
Explain kinetic energy.
Energy in motion that has been released.
Examples of this type of energy are x-rays and microwaves.
Radiant energy
These are examples of renewable energy sources.
water, wind and sun
Explain potential energy.
stored energy that has not been released.
Examples of this type of energy are drills, televisions and computers.
Electrical energy
These are non-reneable energy sources
coal, oil and gas
Which form of energy does Canada rely on the most?
Crude oil (41%)
Examples of this type of energy include swings and holding a pencil against your desk to prevent is from falling.
Gravitiaonal energy
TRUE OR FALSE... Using renewable energy sources is harmful to the environment?
FALSE