Forms of Energy MELTS

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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. It is the sum of kinetic and potential 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. It is the energy of moving particles in a substance.

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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 devices like lights and computers.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye. It is produced by sources like the sun and light bulbs.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It travels through air, water, and solids.

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What type of energy do you need to push a heavy box?

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You need mechanical energy to push a heavy box.

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What type of energy is used when a pencil sharpener turns?

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Mechanical energy is used when a pencil sharpener turns.

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What type of energy do spinning objects need?

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Spinning objects need mechanical energy to spin.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat from a stove or the warmth from the sun.

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What is an example of electrical energy?

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An example of electrical energy is the energy that powers a television.