Forms of Energy Flashcards
what is the type of energy caused by moving electric charges? (electrons)
electric
what is the type of energy of polar attraction?
magnetic
what is the type of energy an object has due to it’s motion or position?
mechanical
what is an example of mechanical energy?
turning motor
what is the type of energy an object has due to movement of particles and molecules?
thermal/heat
what is an example of thermal/heat energy?
heating water changing to gas
what is the type of energy from waves?
light/radiant
what is an example of light/radiant energy?
ultraviolet rays
what is an example of chemical energy?
reaction inside of batteries
what is the energy from atomic reactions in the nucleus of some atoms?
nuclear
what is the Law of Conservation of Energy?
in a closed system energy cannot be created or destroyed
what is an example of energy changing form or transferred?
starting a car
what is the type of energy of breaking bonds in reactions?
chemical
