Energy

1. Thermal Energy

1.1. Book Definition: Total potential and kinetic energy related to motion of microscopic particles in an object

1.2. My Definition: When atoms move faster, thermal energy increases

1.3. Examples: Molten metal & Fire

2. Mechanical Energy

2.1. Book Definition: Energy associated with the position/motion of every day objects

2.2. My Definition: Energy that is included in motion or position of objects around us

2.3. Examples: Speeding trains & Bouncing balls

3. Potential Energy

3.1. Book Definition: Stored energy as a result of position or shape

3.2. My Definition: Energy stored in objects

3.3. Examples: String Instrument & Books dropped on the floor

4. Kinetic Energy

4.1. Book Definition: Any moving object that depends on its mass and speed

4.2. My Definition: Energy that goes by the equation KE= 1/2 mv2

4.3. Examples: Wind & Cars

5. Nuclear Energy

5.1. Book Definition: Energy stored in atomic nuclei

5.2. My Definition: Energy stored in the middle of an atom

5.3. Example: Heat & Light

6. Electromagnetic Energy

6.1. Book Definition: Energy that travels through space in the form of waves

6.2. My Definition: Energy that travels like waves

6.3. Examples: Visible light & X-Rays

7. Electrical Energy

7.1. Book Definition: Energy associated with electric charge

7.2. My Definition: Energy that is involved with electric charges

7.3. Examples: CD Players & Flash Lights

8. Chemical Energy

8.1. Book Definition: Energy stored in chemical bonds

8.2. My Definition: Energy stored altogether

8.3. Examples: Wood & Gasoline