S278_2 Glossary
S278_2 Glossary.
Wednesday, 24 April 2024, 1:24 PM
Site: Open Learning
Course: An introduction to energy resources (S278_2)
Glossary: S278_2 Glossary
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ForceThe means by which the direction or speed of movement of an object is changed; equal to mass x acceleration. |
Fossil fuelsCombustible resources derived from ancient organisms, especially coal, oil and natural gas. |
FuelsMaterials capable of liberating energy by nuclear and chemical reactions, including combustion. They commonly have a high energy density. |