Energy

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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 different types of energy?

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The main types of energy include heat, light, sound, and kinetic energy.

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What is heat energy?

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Heat energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the energy that makes things warm.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that we can see. It comes from sources like the sun and light bulbs.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy that we can hear. It is produced when objects vibrate.

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What is the main source of Earth's heat and light energy?

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The Sun is the main source of Earth's heat and light energy.

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What is an example of heat energy?

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A toaster is an example of heat energy because it makes bread warm.

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What is an example of light energy?

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A star is an example of light energy because it gives off light.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. Anything that is moving has kinetic energy.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy. It is the energy an object has because of its position.