Energy Stores and Transfers Flashcards
1
Q
What is Kinetic Energy?
A
The energy stored when something is moving e.g a ball rolling or someone walking/running
2
Q
What is Thermal Energy?
A
Energy stored through heat e.g. gloves
3
Q
What is Elastic Potential Energy
A
Energy stored in an object when stretched or squashed e.g. hair band
4
Q
What is Gravitational Potential Energy
A
Energy stored in an object because of it’s position above ground
5
Q
What are the 4 energy transfers ?
A
1) Mechanical Working
2) Electrical Working
3) Heating by particles
4) Heating by radiation
6
Q
What is the principle of conservation of energy?
A
Energy can’t be created or destroyed
