Access Point #: SC.6.P.11.Pa.1

Distinguish between objects in motion (kinetic energy) and at rest.
General Information
Number: SC.6.P.11.Pa.1
Category: Participatory
Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08
Big Idea: Energy Transfer and Transformations

A. Waves involve a transfer of energy without a transfer of matter.

B. Water and sound waves transfer energy through a material.

C. Light waves can travel through a vacuum and through matter.

D. The Law of Conservation of Energy: Energy is conserved as it transfers from one object to another and from one form to another.

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2002040: M/J Comprehensive Science 1
2002050: M/J Comprehensive Science 1, Advanced
2003010: M/J Physical Science
2003020: M/J Physical Science, Advanced
7820015: Access M/J Comprehensive Science 1
2002055: M/J Comprehensive Science 1 Accelerated Honors
2003030: M/J STEM Physical Science

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