Science Terms |
Science Definition |
Mechanical Energy |
The form associated with the motion, position, or shape of an object. |
Sound Energy |
Is the disturbance that travels through a medium as a wave. |
Nuclear energy |
is stored in the nucleus of an atom. |
Thermal Energy |
The total kinetic and potential energy of the particles in an object. |
Electrical Energy |
The energy of an electric charge. |
Electromagnetic Energy |
Is the form of energy that travels through space in waves. |
Chemical Energy |
Chemical energy is potential energy stored in chemical bonds. |
What are two types of Nuclear energy's |
Nuclear fusion, Nuclear fission |
What does Nuclear Fusion mean |
Is when Nucleus split |
What does Nuclear Fission mean |
Is when the nuclei of atoms join together |
What are some examples of Chemical Energy |
In foods you eat, in the matches you use to light a candle, and even in the cells of your body. |
What are some examples of Electromagnetic Energy |
Microwaves, Ultraviolet rays, ratio waves, and cell phones. |
What are some examples of Electrical Energy |
Lighting, and electrical energy from batteries or electrical lines to run devices. |
What are some examples of Thermal Energy |
Heat, and weather. |
What are some examples of Mechanical Energy |
Motion, position, and shape of an object |
The formula of Mechanical Energy is |
Mechanical energy = Potential energy + Kinetic energy |
What energy does thermal energy have in it |
Kinetic and Potential energy |