Forms of energy

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of the particles in an object.

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What type of energy is used to cook food?

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Heat energy is used to cook food.

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What happens to a flashlight when it is left on for a long time?

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The flashlight produces heat as well as light, causing it to feel warm.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is responsible for the sense of sight.

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Can you give an example of sound energy?

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An example of sound energy is music played from a speaker.

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What is the difference between thermal energy and heat?

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Thermal energy refers to the total energy of all the particles in an object, while heat is the transfer of thermal energy from one object to another.

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What is an example of energy conversion?

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An example of energy conversion is a light bulb converting electrical energy into light energy.

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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 potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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

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