Amplify Science - Energy Conversions - 4th Grade

Front

What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

Front

What are the different forms of energy?

Back

The different forms of energy include light energy, thermal energy, sound energy, chemical energy, and electrical energy.

Front

What is light energy?

Back

Light energy is the energy that comes from the sun and other light sources.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from heat.

Front

What is electrical energy?

Back

Electrical energy is the energy that comes from the movement of electrons.

Front

What is an energy conversion?

Back

An energy conversion is the process of changing one form of energy into another.

Front

How do solar panels work?

Back

Solar panels convert light energy from the sun into electrical energy.

Front

What is an electrical device?

Back

An electrical device is a machine that uses electrical energy to perform a task.

Front

How does electrical energy travel?

Back

Electrical energy travels through wires.

Front

What is energy efficiency?

Back

Energy efficiency is using less energy to provide the same service.