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Energy
Conservation and Transfer
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Transformation of Energy | The process of changing from one form of energy to another. |
| Transfer of Energy | The movement of energy from one object to another when a reaction takes place. |
| Photovoltaic Cells | An electrical device that converts energy of light directly into electricity. |
| Solar Batteries | A device converting solar radiation into electricity. |
| Solar Reflectors | Mirrored surfaces that concentrate sunlight onto a receiver that super-heats a liquid. Energy from the liquid produces steam or is converted into mechanical energy. |
| Sun's Energy | Primary source of energy for all surface phenomena and life on Earth. |
| Renewable Energy | Energy from a source that isn't depleted when used, such as wind, solar, tidal, wave, and hydroelectric power that is not derived from fossil or nuclear fuels. |
| Preservation | To keep up or maintain. |
| Management | The process of dealing with or controlling things or people. |
| Natural Resources | Materials or substances such as minerals, forests, water and fertile land that occurs in nature and can be used for economic gain. |
| Cultural Resources | Relates only to remains and sites associated with human activities. |
| Wind Energy | The movement of air that is transferred into electrical energy using turbines. |
| Water Energy | Generated from falling or streaming water. |
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