Energy

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It powers devices like computers and TVs.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion. For example, a moving bicycle has kinetic energy.

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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. A bicycle in motion has mechanical energy.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. Drumming and playing the guitar produce sound energy.

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What is Electric Energy?

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Electric energy is the energy used to power electrical devices, such as computers and lights.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position. For example, a book on a shelf has potential energy.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from heat. It is the energy of the movement of atoms and molecules.

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What is Light Energy?

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Light energy is the energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye, like sunlight.

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What is an example of a device that uses Electrical Energy?

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A computer is an example of a device that uses electrical energy to operate.

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What type of energy does a moving car have?

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A moving car has kinetic energy because it is in motion.