Chapter 15: Energy and Matter Study Flashcard

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Energy in the form of parts moving in a machine.

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Define Light Energy.

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Energy in the form of moving waves of light.

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What type of energy is stored in the nucleus of an atom?

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Nuclear Energy.

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What is Heat Energy?

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Energy in the form of moving molecules.

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Which of the following is NOT a form of energy: Mechanical, Light, Nuclear, or Ocean Energy?

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Ocean Energy.

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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The energy of an object due to its motion.

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What is Potential Energy?

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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Explain the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources.

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Renewable energy sources can be replenished naturally (e.g., solar, wind), while non-renewable sources cannot (e.g., fossil fuels).

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What is the formula for calculating Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.