energy resources Flashcards
1
Q
what is energy stored as?
A
chemical energy in fuels
2
Q
what happens when we burn fuels?
A
energy is released as thermal energy
3
Q
how else can you call an energy which is transferred into other forms?
A
electrical energy
4
Q
give some examples of fuels?
A
biomass and fossil fuels
5
Q
what do batteries store?
A
energy
6
Q
what is that energy used as?
A
chemical energy
7
Q
where do fossil fuels come from?
A
long-dead plants and animals
8
Q
what is the suns source for us?
A
our energy resources
9
Q
give examples of the suns energy?
A
coal, oil and gas and biomass
