Energy Forms

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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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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When is kinetic energy the greatest for a moving ball?

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Kinetic energy is greatest when the ball is moving the fastest just before it is bumped.

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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 primary source of energy on Earth?

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All forms of energy on Earth can be traced back to the Sun.

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What is electrical energy?

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

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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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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that travels in electromagnetic waves, also known as radiant energy.

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What is an example of electrical energy transforming to thermal energy?

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Using a toaster is an example of electrical energy transforming to thermal 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.