Forms of Energy

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What type of energy is stored in an archer's bow when it is drawn back?

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Elastic potential energy.

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What type of energy is associated with music and sound waves?

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Sound energy.

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What is the definition of energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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What type of potential energy is stored by objects that are above the Earth's surface?

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Gravitational potential energy.

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What is another way to define energy in terms of its effects?

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Energy is the ability to cause a change.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is the formula for calculating kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy (KE) = 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is energy of motion.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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