Forms of 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 forms of energy?

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The different forms of energy include thermal, light, sound, mechanical, and electrical energy.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is produced when objects vibrate, creating waves that travel through air or other mediums.

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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.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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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.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy of moving electric charges.

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How does a radio produce sound energy?

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A radio converts electrical energy into sound energy through speakers.

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What type of energy does a flashlight use?

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A flashlight uses electrical energy to produce light energy.

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What happens when you strike a drum?

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Striking a drum creates vibrations that produce sound energy.

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