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energy test
5th grade science
Term | Definition |
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Sound energy | energy of vibrations carried by matter |
Radiant energy | travels as waves and moves through empty space |
Electrical energy | carried by electricity |
Mechanical energy | energy an object has due o it's motion, position, or condition |
Nuclear energy | Energy produced when an atom splits or when two atoms join to form one atom |
Chemical energy | energy stored in the connections among atoms |
Thermal energy | the energy of the movement of atoms and molecules |
Gamma rays | 1. smallest form of radiant energy used to preserve food and treat some cancers |
X-rays | 2. second smallest form of R.E. |
Ultraviolet waves | 3. kill germs and can damage skin |
Visible light | 4. only form of R.E. you can see |
Infrared rays | 5.all objects give off these |
Microwaves | 6. used to cook food police also use them in their speed trakers |
Radio waves | used to carry signals to Tv's and radios |