Unit 1 Vocab (excl. motors, generators, and energy sources)

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Potential Energy

Back

Stored energy based on an object’s position or condition (like a stretched rubber band or a book on a shelf).

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Kinetic Energy

Back

The energy of motion. Anything moving has kinetic energy.

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Mechanical Energy

Back

The energy an object has based on its motion or position.

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Radiant Energy

Back

Energy that travels in waves, like light, microwaves, or sunshine.

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Chemical Energy

Back

Energy stored in chemical bonds, such as in food or batteries.

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Electrical Energy

Back

Energy from the movement of electrons.

Front

Speed

Back

How fast something is moving (distance ÷ time).

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Velocity

Back

Speed in a specific direction.

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Acceleration

Back

A change in velocity (speeding up, slowing down, or changing direction).

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Force

Back

A push or pull that can change an object’s motion.