PhD Science Grade 4 Module 2 Concept 3b Flashcard

Front

What is energy?

Back

What makes things go or happen

Front

What does transfer mean?

Back

To move from one place to another

Front

In order to create electrical energy, what do we need to do to the generator?

Back

Spin the magnet really fast

Front

What is an important part of any generator?

Back

The magnet

Front

How do windmills generate electricity?

Back

They turn motion energy from wind into electric energy using a generator

Front

What is motion energy?

Back

Energy that an object has due to its movement.

Front

What is electrical energy?

Back

Energy that is caused by moving electric charges.

Front

What is a generator?

Back

A device that converts mechanical energy into electrical energy.

Front

What is the role of a magnet in a generator?

Back

It helps to create electrical energy when it spins.

Front

What is wind energy?

Back

Energy that comes from the movement of air.