The steam engine Flashcards
1
Q
The steam engine coverted heat energy to what?
A
Movement energy
2
Q
Was the steam engine invented by one person?
A
No, many people made small contributions
3
Q
In what other way is a steam engine still used today apart from a train?
A
It is used to generate electricity in nuclear power stations.
4
Q
How is heat energy converted into movement energy?
A
Water is heated to that it evaporates.
The water vapour expands and pushes the piston inside of the cylinder. The piston is connected to a fly wheel which rotates.
