Chapter 3 – Energy, Light &
Quantum Theory
Atoms First – Simplified Summary
, Forms of Energy
• • Energy = ability to do work or produce heat
• • Potential energy: position or chemical bonds
• • Kinetic energy: motion; includes thermal
energy
Quantum Theory
Atoms First – Simplified Summary
, Forms of Energy
• • Energy = ability to do work or produce heat
• • Potential energy: position or chemical bonds
• • Kinetic energy: motion; includes thermal
energy