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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What are the different forms of energy?

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The main forms of energy include mechanical, thermal, light, sound, and chemical energy.

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What form of energy helps us see?

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Light is the form of energy that helps us see.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of an object due to its motion or position.

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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 sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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Riding a bike is an example of mechanical energy.

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How is thermal energy produced?

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Thermal energy can be produced by friction, such as rubbing your hands together.

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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.

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What is an example of sound energy?

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A drum set produces sound energy when it is played.

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