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LESSON SUMMARY NOTE FOR WEEK FOUR
CLASS: Year 7
SUBJECT: Basic Technology
TOPIC: Energy and Its Forms
What is Energy?
Energy is the ability or capability to do work. It is the power that enables actions or
movements to happen. Energy can be generated or harnessed in many ways, and it takes
different forms. Energy can come from different forces like gravitational or electromagnetic
forces.
Forms of Energy
1. Wind Energy
It is used in Wind Turbine. Wind energy is produced by using large turbines that are turned
by the power of wind. The spinning of these turbines is used to generate electricity.
- How It Works: The wind moves the blades of the turbine, which then turns a generator to
produce electricity.
- Benefits:
- Renewable and environmentally friendly.
- Growing more popular with technological innovations.
- Challenges:
- Wind farms might negatively impact the wildlife.
- Can create visual and noise pollution in some areas.
Solar Energy
Solar energy is harvested from the sun using solar panels or collectors.
How It Works: Solar panels collect sunlight and convert it into electrical power, which can be
used for heating, cooling, or electricity in homes and businesses.
- Uses:
- Large solar panel fields in deserts power substations.
- Solar panels in homes provide hot water, cooling, and electricity.
- Challenges:
- Not all places receive enough sunlight to make solar power efficient.
- The effectiveness of solar energy depends on geographical location and weather
conditions.
Wave Energy
- Wave energy is generated from the movement of ocean waves.
- How It Works: The energy of ocean waves is captured and converted into electricity,
typically along coastal areas.
- Benefits:
- Renewable and environmentally friendly.
- Reduces reliance on foreign countries for fuel.
- Challenges:
- Could damage the marine ecosystem.
- May interfere with ships and boats.
- Can produce noise and visual pollution.
Types of Energy
1. Kinetic Energy
Kinetic energy is the energy that an object has because it is moving.
Example: A moving car, a flying plane, or even a rolling ball all have kinetic energy.
2. Potential Energy
Potential energy is the energy stored in an object because of its position or condition.
Example:
- A rock resting on the top of a hill has potential energy because of its position.
- A compressed spring has potential energy because of the stress within it.
Conclusion
Energy comes in different forms, each with its own advantages and challenges.
Understanding how energy works and the ways it can be harnessed helps us appreciate its
importance in everyday life. Whether through wind, solar, wave energy, or kinetic and
potential energy, it is essential to know how to use energy efficiently to power our world.
