Forms of Energy MELTS

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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 main forms of energy?

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The main forms of energy are Mechanical, Electrical, Light, Thermal, and Sound.

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What is mechanical energy?

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

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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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 light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibrations of electrically charged particles.

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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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An example of mechanical energy is a moving car or a person running.

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What is an example of electrical energy?

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An example of electrical energy is the energy used to power a light bulb.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat produced by a stove.