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Energy Basics
Integrated Science 3
11/14
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To understand how humans use different types of resources, we must clearly define what matter and
energy are. Matter has energy. Matter stores energy and energy can be released from matter. There are
many forms of energy. They all have different capabilities of doing work, which means they can exert a
force on an object causing the object to move some distance. Energy comes from different sources and the
sources of energy are all matter.
 Part 1: The Relationship Between Matter and Energy
1. Define matter and energy.
 Matter:
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Energy:
2. How are energy and matter related?
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3. The Law of Conservation of Matter:
4. The First Law of Thermodynamics (Law of Conservation of Energy):
 Part 2: The Various Forms of Energy
1.
Define Potential Energy:
2.
Define Kinetic Energy:
3.
Complete the following table.
Type of Energy
Heat
Light
Electrical
Chemical
Nuclear
Sound
Movement
Definition
Potential or Kinetic?
Gravitational
Elastic
 Part 3: Bill Nye Energy Video
1. When energy is stored, we call it __________________ energy. When energy involves movement, we call
it __________________ energy.
2. Lifting the tank of water gave it __________________ energy. This energy was converted into
__________________ energy when the water flowed down the tube. The water was used to power a
generator, creating __________________ energy.
3. The cork popped off the bottle because __________________ energy from the baking soda and vinegar
was changed to __________________ energy.
4. Five substances that can make electricity are:
a. __________________ when burned heats water. Steam makes a turbine turn, which powers a
generator.
b. __________________ makes a turbine turn, which powers a generator.
c. __________________ in nuclear power plants
d. __________________ makes a turbine turn, which powers a generator.
e. __________________ electromagnetic energy is converted directly into electric energy.
5. Electric energy can be turned back into __________________ energy (switch), __________________
energy (heater), and __________________ energy (spinning blade).
6. A laser converts __________________ energy into __________________ energy.
7. Oil is a fossil fuel that combined with ________________ in the air is used to make _____________ energy.
8. Energy stored in food began as _____________________ energy from the Sun.
9. What percentage of the chemical energy stored in food is used for movement? _____________________.
10. What happens to the rest of the energy? _______________________________________________.
 Part 4: Bill Nye Analysis Questions
1. Why didn't the pendulum hit Bill Nye in the face? Use “potential energy” and “kinetic energy” in your
answer.
2. What do you have to do to make the pendulum move further? Use “potential energy” and “kinetic
energy” in your answer.
3. What kind of energy transfers are involved in making popcorn in a microwave?
4. What are some substances used to make electricity that you think might have a negative impact on the
environment?