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2nd CUA

Forms of Energy

TermDefinition
Electrical Energy Energy resulting from the flow of electric charge through a conductor
Energy What is needed to do work or cause change
Light Energy Energy that allows us to see
Mechanical Energy All the energy something has due to its movement and position.
Sound Energy Energy that travels as waves through the air or water and vibrates the eardrum upon contact.
Thermal Energy Energy that causes a transfer of heat between materials.
Lens A clear piece of curved glass or plastic that bends passing light to focus or spread the light rays
Reflection The bouncing of energy waves off the surface of an object
Refraction The bending or redirection of energy waves as they pass from one substance to another
Circuit The pathway through which electricity flows
Conductor A material that allows heat or an electric current to flow through easily
Electric Flow The flow of electrical energy through a circuit
Flow To move or travel smoothly in a certain direction
Insulator A material through which heat or electricity does not easily flow
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