Work and Energy
ICSE · Class 5 · Science
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Overview
In this chapter, we learn about two very important scientific ideas — Work and Energy. Everything we do involves some kind of work, and to do work, we need energy. From walking to turning on a fan, energy is behind every action. This summary will help you understand what work means in science, the d
Key Concepts
In science
In science, work is done only when a force moves an object in the direction of the force. For example, pushing a book across a table is work, but just
Energy is the power or capacity
Energy is the power or capacity to do work. We get energy from food, the Sun, fuels, and other sources. Without energy, no work can be done.
Energy comes in many forms
Energy comes in many forms: heat (from the Sun or fire), light (from bulbs or the Sun), sound (from speakers), electrical (in wires), and mechanical (
The Sun is the biggest source
The Sun is the biggest source of energy. Other sources include wind, water (like dams), and fuels like coal and petrol. Some sources never run out (re
Renewable sources like sunlight
Renewable sources like sunlight, wind, and water keep coming back. Non-renewable sources like coal and petrol take millions of years to form and will
Learning Objectives
- Define work in scientific terms
- Understand that energy is the ability to do work
- Identify different forms of energy such as heat, light, sound, electrical, and mechanical energy
- Recognize the main sources of energy like the Sun, wind, water, and fuels
- Differentiate between renewable and non-renewable sources of energy
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