Types of Energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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What is refraction?

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Refraction is the bending of light as it passes from one medium to another.

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What type of energy is shown when an object is moving?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that can be measured by a thermometer, often associated with heat.

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What does it mean if an object is not magnetic?

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If an object is not magnetic, it does not have the ability to attract or repel magnets.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye and is responsible for sight.

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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 kinetic energy?

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A moving car or a running dog are examples of kinetic energy.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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A book on a shelf has potential energy because it can fall.