The Energy Story

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The Energy Story

• A Writing Across Curriculum Activity

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 The learner will be able toDefine energy.
Identify the two main forms of energy and
provide examples of each.
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What is energy?

• Energy is one of the most fundamental parts of
  our universe.
• Something that can cause change and do work.
  Light and heat
• Energy is defined as"the ability to do work.

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Introduction to Energy
Energy is one of the most fundamental parts of
our universe. We use energy to do work. Energy
lights our cities.
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Energy powers our vehicles, trains, planes
and rockets.
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Energy warms our homes, cooks our food, plays
our music, gives us pictures on television, and
powers machinery in factories.
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Energy can be found in a number of different
forms.
Kinetic energy is motion energy.
Potential is often referred to as stored energy.
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kinetic energy Energy of motion
                          
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Potential Energy
Potential energy appears in many different forms,
and is often referred to as stored energy.
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Sites to visit about energy and electricity
http//www.energizer.com/learning/
http//www.edhelper.com/energy.htm
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Writing Activity
Write a paragraph about energy. Include 4 facts
from this lesson