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Chapter 15 Vocab
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| energy | Energy is the ability to do work. |
| kinetic energy | energy of motion. |
| potential energy | energy that is stored as a result of position or shape. |
| gravitational potential energy | Potential energy that depends upon an objects height. |
| elastic potential energy | the potential energy of an object that is stretched or compressed. |
| mechanical energy | The energy associated with the motion and position of everyday objects. |
| thermal energy | the total potential and kinetic of all the microscopic particles. |
| chemical energy | is the energy stored in chemical bonds. |
| electrical energy | is the energy associated with electric charges. |
| electromagnetic energy | is a form of energy that travels through space in a form of waves. |
| nuclear energy | the energy stored in an atomic nuclei. |
| energy conversion | The process of changing energy from one form to another. |
| nonrenewable energy sources | exist in limited quantities and take millions of years to produce, once used. |
| fossil fuels | oil, gas, natural gas, coal and uranium. |
| renewable energy sources | they can be replaced pretty quick. |
| hydroelectric | energy gained by flowing water. |
| solar energy | energy obtained by the sun |
| geothermal energy | energy from within the earth. |
| biomass energy | energy stored in living things |
| hydrogen fuel cell | generates electricity by reacting hydrogen and oxgyen. |
| energy conservation | finding ways to spend less energy. |
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