Energy Word Bank – 9 Science
Word
Definition
Scientific Model
A representation of a concept we can not physically see.
Energy
The ability to do something.
Kinetic Energy
Moving energy exp: a moving car
Potential Energy
Something that has the ability to power or do something or cause a change; stored energy exp: a battery
Mechanical Energy
The energy an object contains due to its positioning or movement.
Gravitational Potential Energy
Something that is in a position where it may fall or rise due to gravity.
Elastic Potential Energy
Something that has been stretched and has the ability to move when released. exp: a stretched elastic band
Energy efficiency
A measurement of how well a device transfers energy- the less wasted energy and …show more content…
Frequency
The number of full waves that past a given point in a given time or time frame.
Amplitude
The distance between a wave’s equilibrium and peak- crest or trough.
Transverse wave
A wave where the vibrations of particles travel 90° to the direction of energy transfer
Compression waves
(also known as a ‘longitudinal wave’)
A wave in which the direction of the vibration is the same to the of the energy transfer
Medium (plural form: media)
Matter in which a wave travels through or an object exists
Word
Definition
Scientific Model
A representation of a concept we can not physically see.
Energy
The ability to do something.
Kinetic Energy
Moving energy exp: a moving car
Potential Energy
Something that has the ability to power or do something or cause a change; stored energy exp: a battery
Mechanical Energy
The energy an object contains due to its positioning or movement.
Gravitational Potential Energy
Something that is in a position where it may fall or rise due to gravity.
Elastic Potential Energy
Something that has been stretched and has the ability to move when released. exp: a stretched elastic band
Energy efficiency
A measurement of how well a device transfers energy- the less wasted energy and …show more content…
Frequency
The number of full waves that past a given point in a given time or time frame.
Amplitude
The distance between a wave’s equilibrium and peak- crest or trough.
Transverse wave
A wave where the vibrations of particles travel 90° to the direction of energy transfer
Compression waves
(also known as a ‘longitudinal wave’)
A wave in which the direction of the vibration is the same to the of the energy transfer
Medium (plural form: media)
Matter in which a wave travels through or an object exists