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Potential Energy Potential Energy of an object is the energy it possesses due to its position relative to other objects. Kinetic Energy Kinetic Energy of an object is the energy it possesses due to its motion. External Links: Explanation/ Animation for in-class teaching – Smart Learning for All – Potential & Kinetic Energy

Friction is the force which resists the relative motion between objects sliding against each other. The friction between the surfaces moving relative to each other converts kinetic energy to heat energy. An example is rubbing two pieces of wood against each other to start a fire. External Links: Explanation/ Animation for in-class teaching – Make Me...

Electromagnetic induction is a process through which electric current is generated by placing a conductor in a changing magnetic field or by moving a conductor through a stationary magnetic field. DIY Projects: Electricity Generator Electromagnet DC Motor External Links: Demonstration of Electromagnetic Induction – Veritasium Explanation/ Animation for in-class teaching – Smart Learning for All – Electromagnetic Induction

Solar Panels A solar panel works by allowing photons, or particles of light, to knock electrons free from atoms, generating a flow of electricity. Solar panels actually comprise many, smaller units called photovoltaic cells. (Photovoltaic simply means they convert sunlight into electricity.) Many cells linked together make up a solar panel. DIY Projects: Solar Fan...

Newton’s First Law of Motion An object at rest stays at rest and an object in motion stays in motion with the same speed and in the same direction unless acted upon by an unbalanced force. External Links: Video explanation – Amrita University – Newton’s First Law of Motion Animation for in-class teaching – Smart Learning for...