8.1 energy Flashcards
1
Q
whats energy
A
the capacity to cause change
2
Q
kinetic energy
A
moving objects can do work
3
Q
potential energy
A
energy possessed because of matter and structure
4
Q
chemical energy
A
the potential energy available for release in a chemical reaction
5
Q
what has high chemical energy
A
large molecules that can be broken down
glucose
6
Q
chemical energy in food
A
food breakdown releases chemical energy that can be used to power life
