Unit 5 Energy

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The way heat energy is transferred between objects that are touching.

Front

What is magnetism?

Back

A force that pulls on some metals.

Front

What causes iron filings to move when a metal bar is placed under paper?

Back

Magnetism.

Front

What does it mean to absorb?

Back

To take something in, in a natural or gradual way.

Front

What is an example of sound energy?

Back

Guitar string vibrating.

Front

What is convection?

Back

The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

Front

What is an example of conduction?

Back

A metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of hot soup.

Front

What is the definition of energy?

Back

The ability to do work or cause change.

Front

What is light energy?

Back

Energy that is visible and can be seen by the human eye.

Front

What is an example of potential energy?

Back

A rock at the top of a hill.