Types of Energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause changes.

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What type of energy does a light bulb produce?

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A light bulb produces light and heat 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.

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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 mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of an object due to its motion or position.

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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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Can energy change forms?

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Yes, energy can change from one form to another, like electrical energy to light energy.

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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.

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What is an example of sound energy?

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An example of sound energy is music from a speaker.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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An example of mechanical energy is a moving car.