Types of Energy

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What is the type of energy in food?

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Chemical energy is the type of energy stored in food that our bodies use for fuel.

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to cause a change.

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What type of energy is produced when rubbing two sticks together?

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Thermal energy is produced when friction generates heat.

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What is elastic energy?

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Elastic energy is the potential energy stored in compressed gases or springs.

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What type of energy is shown by a person running?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of motion, shown by a person running.

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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 stored energy based on an object's position or state.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat produced by a stove.

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What type of energy is associated with electricity?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.