Types of Energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change. It exists in various forms, including kinetic, potential, thermal, and more.

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What are the two main types of energy?

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The two main types of energy are kinetic energy (energy of motion) and potential energy (stored energy).

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion. It depends on the mass and velocity of the 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 rock at the top of a hill has gravitational potential energy.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials. For example, a metal spoon heating up in a bowl of hot soup.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). Warm fluid rises while cooler fluid sinks.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves. An example is the heat from the sun warming the Earth.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows the flow of electric current or heat. Metals like copper and aluminum are good conductors.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that resists the flow of electric current or heat. Examples include rubber, glass, and plastic.

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What is the original energy source for solar energy?

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The original energy source for solar energy is the sun.