ENERGY
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Use the arrows on the sides of the presentation to quickly navigate through the module.
and its many forms
Begin
This interactive features PhET's "Energy Forms and Changes" simulation.
Teacher Preview
Energy is the ability to do work. It's what is needed for things to move and change.
Select the original source of almost all energy used on Earth.
That's right! Almost all the energy used on Earth, including the forms of energy shown below, came from the sun. Scroll over the cards below to learn about some of the different forms of energy.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Chemical Energy
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
How many forms can energy take?
many
two
three
Yes! Energy can take many forms. We will focus on the 5 energy forms shown below for this interactive.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
What type of energy does an object have because of its motion and position?
That's correct! Mechanical energy is the energy concerning motion and position.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
What kind of energy is released or absorbed during chemical reactions?
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
You got it! Chemical energy is released or absorbed during chemical reactions.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
What form of energy occurs as a result of the flow of electrons?
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
That's correct! Electrical energy occurs as a result of flowing charges.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Heat is the flow of what kind of energy?
electrical
chemical
mechanical
light
thermal
Teacher Preview
You got it! Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
What form of energy travels as an electromagnetic wave?
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
Teacher Preview
Yes! Light energy travels as an electromagnetic wave.
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of light energy?
Light from the Sun
Light from a Light Bulb
hot gases rise from a volcano
x-rays
cell phonesignals
Correct! Hot gases rising from a volcano is an example of thermal energy (the energy that makes the gas particles hot) and mechanical energy (the rising motion of the gas particles).
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of mechanical energy?
light from a light bulb
a moving car
falling water
earthquake
a ball thrownin the air
Yes! Thermal energy melts an ice cube.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of thermal energy?
the energy required to melt ice cream
the gases being heated in a hot air balloon
the energy needed to bake pizza
the warmth you feel from a fire
the light you see from a fire
Correct! A fire gives off both thermal and light energy. The light you see from a fire is an electromagnetic wave (light energy).
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of electrical energy?
lightning
getting a zap of static electricity
the energy of a waterfall
the electricity powering your device
the energy usedto charge electric cars
That's correct! Light from light bulb is an example of light energy since it is an electromagentic wave.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of stored chemical energy being released?
wood burns
gasolineburns in an engine
a caterpillar uses food energy to move and grow
a chemical reaction inside a battery powers a flashlight
ice melts into a puddle of water
Teacher Preview
Great work on thinking about 5 of the many forms of energy!
Now it's time to explore how energy changes from one form to another!
To continue, select a machine that uses the wind's mechanical energy to generate electrical energy.
Simulation by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
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Virtual Science Teachers
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Virtual Science Teachers
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Well done! You have completed Part 1 of this interactive.
Here's an engineering design challenge as your final activity for this interactive!
Click here to see an example!
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Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
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ENERGY
Teacher Preview
Use the arrows on the sides of the presentation to quickly navigate through the module.
and its many forms
Begin
This interactive features PhET's "Energy Forms and Changes" simulation.
Teacher Preview
Energy is the ability to do work. It's what is needed for things to move and change.
Select the original source of almost all energy used on Earth.
That's right! Almost all the energy used on Earth, including the forms of energy shown below, came from the sun. Scroll over the cards below to learn about some of the different forms of energy.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Chemical Energy
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
How many forms can energy take?
many
two
three
Yes! Energy can take many forms. We will focus on the 5 energy forms shown below for this interactive.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
What type of energy does an object have because of its motion and position?
That's correct! Mechanical energy is the energy concerning motion and position.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
What kind of energy is released or absorbed during chemical reactions?
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
You got it! Chemical energy is released or absorbed during chemical reactions.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
What form of energy occurs as a result of the flow of electrons?
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
That's correct! Electrical energy occurs as a result of flowing charges.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Heat is the flow of what kind of energy?
electrical
chemical
mechanical
light
thermal
Teacher Preview
You got it! Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
What form of energy travels as an electromagnetic wave?
Electrical
Chemical
Mechanical
Light
Thermal
Teacher Preview
Yes! Light energy travels as an electromagnetic wave.
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of light energy?
Light from the Sun
Light from a Light Bulb
hot gases rise from a volcano
x-rays
cell phonesignals
Correct! Hot gases rising from a volcano is an example of thermal energy (the energy that makes the gas particles hot) and mechanical energy (the rising motion of the gas particles).
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of mechanical energy?
light from a light bulb
a moving car
falling water
earthquake
a ball thrownin the air
Yes! Thermal energy melts an ice cube.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of thermal energy?
the energy required to melt ice cream
the gases being heated in a hot air balloon
the energy needed to bake pizza
the warmth you feel from a fire
the light you see from a fire
Correct! A fire gives off both thermal and light energy. The light you see from a fire is an electromagnetic wave (light energy).
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of electrical energy?
lightning
getting a zap of static electricity
the energy of a waterfall
the electricity powering your device
the energy usedto charge electric cars
That's correct! Light from light bulb is an example of light energy since it is an electromagentic wave.
Teacher Preview
Images by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Light Energy
Electromagnetic radiation; Energy that travels as an electromagnetic wave
Mechancial Energy
Pouring water, spinning wheel
Light Energy
light energy released from light bulb
Thermal Energy
The fire heats up the water
Chemical Energy
food (stored chemical energy) needed for cyclist to keep pedaling
Electrical Energy
electrical charge flowing through a wire
Chemical Energy
Thermal Energy
Mechanical Energy
Electrical Energy
The energy of an object due to its motion (kinetic energy) and position (potential energy)
-The energy contained within a system that is responsible for its temperature -Heat is the flow of thermal energy.
The energy that is released or absorbed during chemical reactions such as when fuel burns or the body breaks down food in its cells
A form of energy that results from the flow of electric charge
Which is NOT an example of stored chemical energy being released?
wood burns
gasolineburns in an engine
a caterpillar uses food energy to move and grow
a chemical reaction inside a battery powers a flashlight
ice melts into a puddle of water
Teacher Preview
Great work on thinking about 5 of the many forms of energy!
Now it's time to explore how energy changes from one form to another!
To continue, select a machine that uses the wind's mechanical energy to generate electrical energy.
Simulation by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Click here if activity does not load properly.
Teacher Preview
Visit www.VirtualScienceTeachers.com for more interactives!
Virtual Science Teachers
Click on the balloon only when you know the code.
Simulation by PhET Interactive Simulations, University of Colorado Boulder, licensed under CC-BY-4.0 (https://phet.colorado.edu).
Click here if activity does not load properly.
Teacher Preview
Visit www.VirtualScienceTeachers.com for more interactives!
Virtual Science Teachers
Click on the balloon only when you know the code.
Well done! You have completed Part 1 of this interactive.
Here's an engineering design challenge as your final activity for this interactive!
Click here to see an example!
Teacher Preview
Signature is disabled for teacher click-through-version
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Electrical Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Light Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Mechanical Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy
Send a screenshot of this page completed to your teacher for credit.
Click on the growing plantto continue to Part 2.