Heat and Light 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 produced when atoms and molecules move faster.

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True or False: Rubbing your hands together produces heat.

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True

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a type of energy that allows us to see. It travels in waves and can come from sources like the sun or light bulbs.

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True or False: Light is not a source of energy.

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False

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What is reflection?

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Reflection is when light bounces off a surface, like a mirror.

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What does a mirror do to light?

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A mirror reflects light.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves, such as light and heat.

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True or False: Radiant energy travels in waves.

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True

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What happens when light hits a shiny surface?

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When light hits a shiny surface, it reflects off that surface.

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What is an example of a source of light energy?

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The sun is an example of a source of light energy.