What is Energy?
What does Energy make things do?
work
Coal, oil, and gas are what kind of energy sources?
Non-renewable sources
Leaving these on in an empty room wastes energy.
lights
Insulation works like a ___.
Blanket
Saving energy helps families save ___ on bills.
Money
Energy can turn on the ___ in your house.
lights
Renewable energy comes from the ___, ___, and ___.
sun, wind, and water.
Phone ___ use energy even when they aren’t charging.
Chargers
Insulation in houses keeps heat ___ in the winter.
Iniside
Saving energy helps fight ___ change.
Climate change
Energy helps move these big vehicles.
Cars, Trucks, etc.
What are the sun, wind, and water?
Renewable energy sources.
Having these open while heat/AC is running wastes energy.
Doors and windows.
Insulation helps this kitchen appliance use less electricity.
fridge
Burning fuels makes these gases that trap heat in the air.
Name one way energy keeps us comfortable.
keeping us warm OR keeping us cool
Which type of energy source pollutes the air?
Fossil fuels.
Running water when it’s not needed wastes energy because of ___.
pumping and heating water.
Name one way students can conserve energy.
turn off lights, using sunlight, unplug chargers when not in use, and wear a sweater.
Learning to save energy builds good ___ for the future.
Habits
Name types of renewable energy.
Wind, sun, and water.
what do you call the Gases in the atmosphere that trap Heat?
Greenhouse gases.
Name TWO ways energy can be wasted at home.
lights left on, chargers plugged in, open doors/windows, or running water
Why does wearing a sweater save energy?
it helps keep warm without using a heater.
Give one example of how saving energy helps the planet.
less pollution, fewer greenhouse gases, fighting global warming, or helping Earth stay cooler?