Forms of Energy

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What is heat energy?

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Heat energy is the energy that is transferred from gases, solids, and liquids. It makes things warm.

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What type of energy is produced by light?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible and can be produced by sources like the sun or light bulbs.

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What is mechanical energy?

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

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What material is commonly used as a source of heat?

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Natural gas is a material used to produce heat and keep people warm.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that comes from the sun, also known as solar energy.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or batteries.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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A moving car has mechanical energy because it is in motion.

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How does heat energy transfer?

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Heat energy transfers from warmer objects to cooler ones until they are the same temperature.

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What is an example of radiant energy?

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Sunlight is an example of radiant energy that warms the Earth.

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What is the difference between heat and temperature?

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Heat is the energy transferred between objects, while temperature measures how hot or cold something is.