L1 - energy stores and transfers Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
define ‘energy’
A
the ability to do work (joules, J).
2
Q
name all 10 energy names.
A
magnetic, kinetic, heat, light, gravitational potential, chemical, sound, elastic potential, electrical, nuclear.
3
Q
what is the ‘law of conservation of energy’?
A
energy can be stored, transferred or dissipated. it cannot be created or destroyed.
