Austin's and Energy Vocab Flashcards
Mass
The amount of matter in an object.
Magnetic Field
The region of magnetic force around a magnet.
Molecular
Description of the smallest parts of matter.
Molecule
Composed of two or more atoms that are chemically bonded to each other and act as a single particle.
Motion Energy
The movement of a substance from one place to another.
Nonrenewable Natural Resource
A natural resource that cannot be replaced in our lifetime.
Nuclear Energy
The energy contained in the nucleus of an atom.
Phosphor
A substance that admits light when excited by radiant energy.
Photovoltaic Cell
A device composed of silicone and other substances used to generate electricity from sunlight.
Potential Energy
Stored energy and the energy of position.
Prediction
A thoughtful guess about the future
Radiant energy
Electromagnetic energy that travels in waves such as light, X-rays , and microwaves
Reaction
Response that is produced by the action of another object or force
Rebound
A spring back or the motion of an object after it hits another object
Renewable natural resource
A natural resource that can easily be replaced in a short period of time