Forms of Energy MELTS

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What are the different forms of energy?

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The different forms of energy include mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, nuclear, sound, and light energy.

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Define mechanical energy.

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object, which is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibration of electrically charged particles.

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Explain sound energy.

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Sound energy is a form of energy that is associated with the vibration of particles in a medium (such as air, water, or solids) and is perceived as sound.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor, which can be used to power devices and appliances.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the internal energy present in a system due to the kinetic energy of its molecules, often perceived as heat.

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What is an example of sound energy in nature?

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An example of sound energy in nature is a bat using echolocation to find its prey.

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Which form of energy is NOT mechanical energy?

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Using a light bulb is NOT mechanical energy; it involves electrical energy.

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How does a computer use energy?

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A computer uses electrical energy to operate and produces light, sound, and thermal energy as byproducts.

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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The principle of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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