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  1. kinetic energy
    the mechanical energy that a body has by virtue of motion
    Electricity is a form of kinetic energy.
  2. electron
    an elementary particle with negative charge
    It’s the movement of very tiny particles called electrons.
  3. kinetic
    relating to the motion of material bodies and their forces
    Electricity is a form of kinetic energy.
  4. electricity
    a physical phenomenon that can produce light, heat and power
    Many people think of electricity because it’s the type of energy that we most commonly use in our homes, schools, and offices.
  5. atom
    the smallest component of an element
    Electrons are one type of matter that make up atoms, which are the tiny bits of matter that make up everything around us.
  6. particle
    (nontechnical usage) a tiny piece of anything
    It’s the movement of very tiny particles called electrons.
  7. energy
    forceful exertion
    What do you think of when you hear the word “energy”?
  8. computer
    a machine for performing calculations automatically
    Electricity is used to power lights, TVs, computers, and many other things.
Created on Tue Jan 08 09:45:50 EST 2013 (updated Thu Jan 10 16:33:19 EST 2013)

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