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Basic Physics 13
Energy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Joule | Unit of Work or Energy |
| Kinetic Energy | ½ x mass x (speed)2 (Moving energy) |
| Potential Energy | Stored Energy (9.8 x mass x drop distance) |
| Change Thermal Energy | Mass x Temp Change x Specific Heat |
| Speed | Rate of change in position |
| Law of Conservation of Energy | Energy is not created or destroyed, just transforms to another kind. |
| Kilogram | Unit of Mass for Energy Calculations (1000 g) |
| Meters per Second | Units for Speed |