Amplify Science - Energy Conversions - 4th Grade

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What is energy?

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The ability to make things move or change.

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What problem are we working to solve in this unit?

Back

Ergstown is having frequent blackouts.

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In a system, each part's job is called its _______.

Back

function.

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What is a model?

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Something that represents something else.

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How does electrical energy travel?

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through wires.

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What is electrical energy?

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A form of energy that is caused by moving electric charges.

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What is a blackout?

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A temporary loss of electrical power.

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What is a system?

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A group of parts that work together to perform a function.

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What is the function of a battery?

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To store and provide electrical energy.

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What is an example of energy conversion?

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Turning on a light bulb converts electrical energy to light energy.