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what is energy (pg402-406)
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Science
6th Grade
10/30/2007

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Energy
Definition
The ability to cause change
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What has Energy?
Definition
Everything, but you can only notice it when change takes place
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Is Energy Created?
Definition
No, it is only transferred
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Kinetic Energy
Definition
The energy an object has due to its motion
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kinetic energy is determined by what 2 things?

Definition
Speed and mass
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Potential Energy
Definition
Energy Stored in an object because of its position
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Potential Energy is Determined by what 2 things?
Definition
Height and mass
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Thermal Energy
Definition
energy that increases as TEMPERATURE increases
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Chemical Energy
Definition
Energy that is stored in chemical bonds
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Radiant energy
Definition
Energy carried by light
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Eletrical Energy
Definition
Energy that is carried by electricity
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What is the meanig of KINEIN?
Definition
(Kinetic)    "to move"
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What is the meaning of POTENS
Definition

(potential)     "powerful"

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