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Energy Vocabulary
7th Grade Science Vocabulary
Term | Definition |
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Work | involving physical effort |
Energy | ability to do work |
Mechanical Energy | is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object. |
Potential Energy | stored energy |
Kinetic Energy | energy of motion; energy being used |
Generator | machine that transfers energy |
Circuit | provides a path for energy/power to flow |
Machine | used for applying force and doing work |
Mechanical Advantage | creates a greater force that what was applied to it |
Efficiency | effective; performs well |