Vocabulary
The main source of energy today. (Gasoline, Coal, and Natural Gas)
Fossil Fuel
A machine that converts chemical energy from burning fuel to motion. Used to make trains, cars, and buses go
Engine
Sources of energy that can be more easily replenished (Wind, Sunlight, Waves, Geothermal Energy)
Renewable Energy
A solid fossil fuel that can be burned for energy
Coal
Sources of energy that can't be easily replenished like coal, oil, and natural gas
Nonrenewable Resources
A liquid fossil fuel that can be burned for energy. Often used to make gasoline and plastics.
Oil
Energy
A gas that can be burned for energy. Often used to heat our homes and stoves.
Natural Gas
Changes energy from one form to another
Generator
A liquid renewable fuel made from plants like corn
Ethanol