Energy Forms and Transformations

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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 that can be felt as heat.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object has because of its motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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What forms of energy does the Sun produce?

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The Sun produces light energy and thermal energy.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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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. For example, a ball held at a height has potential energy.

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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 our homes and devices.

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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 the relationship between energy and motion?

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Energy is required to create motion. When energy is applied to an object, it can cause the object to move.

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What is an example of energy transformation?

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When you turn on a light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into light energy and thermal energy.

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What is an example of thermal energy in everyday life?

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Boiling water on a stove is an example of thermal energy, as heat is transferred to the water.