Energy Vocabulary

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A thing’s (object or creature) ability to do work.

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Energy

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Energy stored in bonds of atoms and molecules.

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Chemical Energy

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All the energy an object has because of motion (kinetic) and position (potential).

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Mechanical Energy

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The energy an object has because of the movement of its molecules. (can be transferred from one object to another)

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Heat Energy

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Moving or active energy. (Moving)

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Kinetic Energy

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Stored or inactive energy. (Could move but is not)

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Potential Energy

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Heat moving from one object to another through direct touch.

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Conduction

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Heat transferring through the movement of liquid or gasses.

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Convection

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When energy transforms from one form to another (potential to kinetic).

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Energy Transformation

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When force is applied to move an object over a distance.

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Work