2nd 9 Weeks Vocabulary

Front

What is the term for the energy an object has due to its motion?

Back

Kinetic energy

Front

Which type of energy transfer occurs through direct contact between objects?

Back

Conduction

Front

The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy:

Back

Cannot be created or destroyed

Front

What type of energy is stored in stretched rubber bands?

Back

Elastic energy

Front

The energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds is called:

Back

Chemical energy

Front

Which form of energy travels in waves and can be seen by human eyes?

Back

Light energy

Front

The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids is known as:

Back

Convection

Front

The sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object is called:

Back

Mechanical energy

Front

The energy stored in an object based on its position is called:

Back

Potential energy

Front

The flow of electric charge is known as:

Back

Current