Energy Conversion and Conservation - Lesson 15

Energy conversion is the process of changing energy from one form to another, such as converting mechanical energy into electrical energy.

Energy conservation refers to the practice of reducing energy consumption by using less energy service.

Electromagnetic energy is a form of energy that is reflected or emitted in the form of electrical and magnetic waves that can travel through space, such as visible light.

An example of electromagnetic energy is visible light.

During mechanical to electrical energy transformation, mechanical energy (like movement) is converted into electrical energy, often using generators.

Generators in power plants convert mechanical energy into electrical energy to supply power.

Energy is measured in Joules.

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position, while kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.