Definitions 1
What is energy?
the ability to cause change or do work
energy that something has because of its movement
kinetic energy
the vibration from a speaker is caused by
sound energy / sound waves
a roller coaster car going down a hill has
kinetic energy
What's an example of energy that you are experiencing right now?
answers may very; teacher discretion
mechanical energy
energy that is stored due to an object's position
potential energy
heat
A roller coaster car at the top of a hill has
potential energy
Why is a microwave called a microwave?
the waves used to operate it are microwaves
Thermal energy
the energy something has because of its molecules
What is the definition of electrical energy?
energy that travels through electrons
chemical energy
charging your phone is an example of
electrical energy
In a flashlight, what energy does the chemical energy transfer to?
electrical
what is the definition of electromagnetic energy?
energy that travels through electromagnetic waves
energy that is transmitted through sound waves
sound energy
a person riding their bike is an example of
mechanical energy
a salad is an example of
stored chemical energy
What is one type of wave that is on the electromagnetic spectrum?
radio waves, microwaves, infrared, visible light, ultra violet, X-rays, gamma rays
What is the definition of nuclear energy?
energy released from the nucleus of an atom
Chemical energy
energy that is stored in chemical bonds
light is an example of
electromagnetic energy
the sun is an example of
nuclear energy
Why do older flashlights tend to release heat?
they are not as efficient as newer flashlights