Fusion Unit 7 - Forms of Energy Flashcards


Set Details Share
created 8 months ago by MrsHoge
7 views
Subjects:
science
show moreless
Page to share:
Embed this setcancel
COPY
code changes based on your size selection
Size:
X
Show:

1

energy

The ability to do work and cause changes in matter

2

chemical energy

energy that can be released by a chemical change

3

mechanical energy

The total potential and kinetic energy of an object.

4

potential energy

Energy that an object has because of its position or its condition.

5

kinetic energy

the energy of motion

6

thermal energy

The total kinetic energy of the particles in a substance

7

heat

The energy that moves between objects at different temperatures.

8

electrical energy

The form of energy that comes from electric current.

9

conductor

A material that allows heat or electricity to move through it easily.

10

insulator

A material that does not allow heat or electricity to move through it easily.