Energy Types Flashcards
1
Q
Define kinetic energy
A
Energy stored in moving objects
2
Q
Describe elastic potential energy
A
Putting energy in to stretch the string
Stretched string is spring elastic potential energy
3
Q
Define gravitational potential energy
A
Energy stored in an object due to its position above earths surface
Due to force of gravity
4
Q
Define specific heat capacity of a substance
A
Amount of energy required to raise temp of 1kg of substance by 1C
5
Q
Renewable energy stores
A
Sun
Wind
Tidal
Geothermal
6
Q
Finite energy resource
A
Coal
Gas
Nuclear
