Energy: Types and Forms of Energy

Flashcards covering key concepts, definitions, and types of energy for exam preparation.

Energy

The ability to do work or cause change.

Law of Conservation of Energy

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, but it can change type and/or form.

Potential Energy

Energy of position or stored energy in readiness.

Kinetic Energy

Energy of action or energy in motion.

Gravitational Potential Energy (G.P.E)

Stored energy an object has due to its height, calculated as G.P.E = weight x height.

Mechanical Energy

Energy required to move mass.

Thermal Energy

Energy derived from particle movement.

Chemical Energy

Energy stored within chemical bonds.

Nuclear Energy

Energy stored within the nucleus of an atom.

Electrical Energy

Energy derived from the movement of charged particles.

Electromagnetic Energy

Energy that moves in waves.

Nonrenewable Resources

Resources that cannot be replenished at the rate of consumption.

Fossil Fuels

Nonrenewable energy sources derived from organic material that is buried.

Renewable Resources

Resources that have a relatively endless supply due to quick replenishment.

Solar Energy

Energy harnessed from the sun.

Hydroelectric Energy

Energy produced from the flow of water.

Geothermal Energy

Energy produced from the Earth's natural heat.