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Unit 1: Energy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Energy | The ability to do work |
| Gravity | The force that keeps us on earth |
| Friction | Resistance of motion that happens from objects rubbing against each other |
| Mechanical Energy | Energy from motion or position. Two kinds: Kinetic and Potential. |
| Potential Energy | Stored energy because of a position |
| Kinetic Energy | Energy of motion |
| Thermal Energy | Energy of moving particles (connected with heat). |
| Conductors | Easily allow the transfer of heat |
| Insulators | Prevent (stop) the transfer of heat |
| Conduction | heat transfer by touching |
| Convection | heat transfer through liquid or gas |
| Radiation | heat transfer through electromagnetic waves (how the sun heats the earth) |