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Physical Sci Wk 5
Physical Science Week 5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Circuit | The complete path of conductors that an electrical current can flow through. |
| Conduction | The movement of energy (heat & electrical) between objects that touch each other. |
| Convection | The movement of heat energy though liquids and gases in currents. |
| Current | Continuous flow as of air, water, or electric charge. |
| Electricity | A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (electrons). Can produce heat, light, sound and magnetic effects. |
| Electrical Energy | A form of energy resulting from the existence of charged particles (electrons). Can produce heat, light, sound and magnetic effects. |
| Heat Energy | A form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature. |
| Thermal Energy | A form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature. |
| Light Energy | A form of energy that travels in waves and can move through empty space. |
| Solar Energy | Energy from sunlight. |
| Sound Energy | A form of energy produced by vibrating object. |