Energy Transfers
Katelyn Boeding
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy- all of the kinetic energy due to random motion of the particles that make up an object.
- Particles move faster at higher temperatures.
- Particles move slower at lower temperatures.
- The faster the particles move the greater the kinetic energy.
- Thermal Energy also depends on the number of particles.
(The sun is an example of thermal energy)
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy- the energy of a compound that changes as its atoms are rearranged
- This energy is a form of potential energy.
- It depends on the position and arrangements of the atoms in a compound.
- Our bodies use energy to perform task
Sound Energy
Sound Energy- Is caused by an object's vibrations.
- Sound produces a low level of energy compared to other types of energy.
- Sound energy isn't really used for electricity.
- The measurement of sound energy is related to it's pressure and intensity.
- Sound travels faster than a liquid through the air.
Nuclear Energy
Nuclear Energy- the energy that comes from changes in the nucleus of the atoms.
- The energy given off by the sun comes from nuclear energy.
- Fusion gives off a huge amount of energy.
- Fission is used to generate electrical energy at nuclear power plants.
(Nuclear Power Plant)
Light Energy
Light Energy-Is produced by the vibrations of electrically charged particles
- Light energy is always moving so it can not be stored.
- The speed of light changes when it goes through different objects.
- Every year lighting kills 1,000 people.