Types of Energy

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What are insulators?

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Materials that do not allow heat or electricity to pass through easily, helping to keep things warm or cool.

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What is thermal energy?

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Energy that can be measured by a thermometer, related to the temperature of an object.

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What is magnetic energy?

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The energy that causes the force of a push or pull between two magnets.

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What is a safe way to get electricity?

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A battery is a safe way to get electricity.

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What materials do magnets stick to?

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Magnets only stick to items that have iron or steel in them.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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The stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What is sound energy?

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Energy that is produced when objects vibrate, creating sound waves.

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What is electrical energy?

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Energy caused by the movement of electrons, often used to power devices.

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What is solar energy?

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Energy that comes from the sun, which can be converted into heat or electricity.