Energy
The capacity to do work, or put matter into motion.
Energy Measured
We can measure it only by its effects on matter
Kinetic Energy
Is the energy of motion
Potential Energy
Stored energy; that has the potential to do more
Chemical Energy
Is stored in the chemical bonds of chemical substances, such as ATP
Electrical Energy
Results from the movement of charged particles or ions across the cell membrane.
Mechanical Energy
Having to transfer energy into another; like pushing a chair
Energy “loss”
Energy is always “lost” in heat. Though energy cannot be created or destroyed