Identify 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 particles in a substance, which increases as the temperature rises.

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What type of energy is stored in food?

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Chemical energy is stored in food and is released when the body digests it, providing energy for metabolism.

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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 TVs, computers, and gaming systems.

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What type of energy allows us to see images on screens?

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Light energy allows us to see images and texts on screens, such as those on cell phones and televisions.

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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. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It is how we hear sounds around us.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height.

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What is elastic potential energy?

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Elastic potential energy is the energy stored in elastic materials as the result of their stretching or compressing.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion, and is used in nuclear power plants.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is the energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electrical energy using solar panels.

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