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Coal as an Energy Source: Coal is a very effective solid fuel as it burns to easily and produces a great deal of heat. Until relatively recently, coal-fires were the most common means of… [52 views in Feb]
Petroleum as an Energy Source: Of the three main fossil fuels – coal, petroleum and natural gas – it could be argued that petroleum is the most versatile. Coal is a powerful source of… [48 views in Feb]
What is Potential Energy?: There is a school of thought that classifies all energy as either potential energy or kinetic energy. Other scientists dislike this division, arguing that it… [32 views in Feb]
All About How We Measure Energy: How We Measure Energy A good definition of energy is ‘the ability to do work’. When we measure energy, what we want to know is: how much energy was… [22 views in Feb]
All About Energy and Diesel Vehicles: Petrol and diesel have long been rival energies for road transport applications. Traditionally, petrol engines were preferred for cars because… [10 views in Feb]
Thermal Energy Explained: Energy is the power to do work. The power of thermal energy takes the form of heat. It is important to differentiate between heat and temperature. A thermometer… [10 views in Feb]