Forces Motion And Energy: Science Terms Explained

Plain-language definitions of every forces motion and energy term your child meets in school, each with kid-friendly explanations, worked examples, and common mistakes to watch for.

Electromagnetic spectrum

The electromagnetic spectrum is the full range of all types of electromagnetic waves, from low-energy radio waves to high-energy gamma rays, arranged by their wavelength or frequency.

Energy

Energy is the ability to do work or cause change, such as moving objects, heating things up, making light, or powering devices.

Energy transfer

Energy transfer is the movement of energy from one object or place to another, such as when moving objects collide or when heat flows from something warm to something cooler.

Energy transformation

Energy transformation is the process of energy changing from one form, such as light or motion, into another form, such as heat or sound, while the total amount of energy stays the same.

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