Science Midterm Review

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What is Nuclear Energy?

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Energy stored in the nucleus of an atom, released when protons or neutrons are added to or removed from the nucleus.

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What is Solar Energy?

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Energy harnessed from the sun, including radiant light and heat.

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What is Convection?

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Transfer of heat by flow.

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What is a renewable resource?

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A resource that can be replenished naturally, such as hydroelectric energy.

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What type of energy is represented by the chemical bonds in substances?

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Chemical Energy.

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What is the primary source of wind energy?

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The uneven heating of the Earth's surface by the sun.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Energy that comes from the temperature of matter; the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

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What is Hydropower?

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Energy generated from the movement of water, typically through dams.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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The sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Energy caused by the movement of electrons.