Types of energy : Types of energy Titusville Virtual Academy Energy : Energy Energy: The ability to cause matter to move or change We have observed. : We have observed. Energy comes in many different shapes and forms
Energy can change from one form to another. Slide 6: end Heat Energy : Heat Energy A form of energy that flows from one place to another because of a difference in temperature. Slide 10: end Electrical Energy : Electrical Energy Energy of electrical charges as a result of their position or motion Slide 14: End Chemical Energy : Chemical Energy Energy stored in the arrangement of atoms and molecules Slide 17: end Stored Energy : Stored Energy Potential energy
The energy that is stored in an object because of its position Slide 21: end Energy of Motion : Energy of Motion Kinetic Energy
The energy an object has because of its motion Slide 27: end Radiant Energy : Radiant Energy Energy in the form of electromagnetic waves (such as x-rays, microwaves, radio waves, and visible light rays) Slide 31: end Nuclear Energy : Nuclear Energy Energy that is released either by splitting atomic nuclei or by forcing the nuclei of atoms together Slide 37: Sound Energy: vibration transmitted through a solid, liquid or a gas. Slide 38: Mechanical Energy: energy stored in objects by tension. Compressed springs and stretched rubber bands are examples of stored mechanical energy.