Energy - Science Flashcards
Potential energy
Stored energy that results from the position or shape of an object.
Kinetic energy
The energy of motion.
Work
The transfer of energy that occurs when a force is applied over a distance.
Elastic potential energy
The energy of streched or compressed objects.
Gravitational potential energy
Potential energy that depends on the height of an object.
Mechanical energy
the energy associated with the motion and position of everyday objects. Formula is potential energy & kinetic energy.
Thermal energy
Energy caused by the movement of electrons. The energy of electric charges.
Chemical energy
Potential energy stored in chemical bonds.
Nuclear energy
Energy stored in the nucleus of an atom.
Electromagnetic energy
A form of energy that travels through space as waves. The energy of light and other forms of radiation.
Sound energy
Energy caused by an object’s vibrations carried by air, water, or other matter.
Energy
The ability to do work or cause change.
According to the ________________________, energy can not be destroyed or created.
law of conservation of energy
Joules
SI unit for energy
Forms of energy
Electric, mechanical, nuclear, thermal, electromagnetic, sound, and chemical.
