Types of Energy Flashcards
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Electro Magnetic
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Related to light. Energy in the form of a wave that can move independently of matter through a vacuum. Examples: Sunglight, radio waves, microwaves.
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Electrical
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The flow of electrons along a specific conductive path. Examples: Power lines, power cards, circuits.
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Thermal
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Related to heat. The random, microscopic movements and vibrations of molecules. Examples: basically all matter.
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Sound
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Energy in the form of a wave that is totally dependent on matter to form a medium of travel. Examples: music, earthquakes, voices. Sound can only travel on matter, that is why we can’t hear the sun.
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Mechanical
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The movement of macroscopic objects. Often involves wheels, gears, or machines. Examples: Bicycles, clocks, muscles. Related to motion
