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Energy: Lesson 1 Vocabulary Worksheet

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Energy Vocabulary Quiz

Choose the answer that best matches the definitions below.

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The ability to do work.

a. Light

The energy stored on the chemical bonds of

molecules, which is released during a

b. Sound

chemical reaction.

_________ energy examples include

c. Kinetic

computer screens, lamps and the sun.

_________ energy is the sum of an object’s

d. Thermal

kinetic energy and potential energy.

A roller coaster at the top of a hill has high

e. Engineer

_________ energy.

A roller coaster at the bottom of a hill has high

f. Chemical

_________ energy.

_________ energy is the energy produced

g. Potential

when the molecules of an object vibrate.

_________ energy is released when the

h. Energy

nucleolus of an atom is split.

Radios, vocal chords and guitars all produce

i. Biomass

_________ energy

10 A person who designs safe energy systems.

j. Mechanical

11 For example, logs burning in a fireplace.

k. Nuclear

Energy: Lesson 1, Energy Vocabulary Quiz

Energy: Lesson 1 Vocabulary Worksheet