Types of Energy

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy that an object has due to its motion or position. For example, a moving car or a raised hammer has mechanical 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. The hotter an object is, the more thermal energy it has.

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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 our homes and devices.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It is what we hear when someone talks or when music plays.

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What is an example of Mechanical Energy?

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Pushing a filing cabinet across the room is an example of mechanical energy.

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What is an example of Thermal Energy?

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Boiling water has thermal energy because it is hot.

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What is an example of Electrical Energy?

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A battery powering a flashlight is an example of electrical energy.

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What is an example of Sound Energy?

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A ringing bell produces sound energy.

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How does Mechanical Energy work?

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Mechanical energy can be either kinetic (energy of motion) or potential (stored energy due to position).

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What happens to Thermal Energy when you heat water?

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When you heat water, its thermal energy increases, causing the water temperature to rise.