Forms of Energy MELTS

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is a type of energy produced when objects vibrate, creating waves that travel through air, water, or solids, allowing us to hear.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object. It can be kinetic (energy of motion) or potential (stored energy).

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It powers devices like lights, computers, and appliances.

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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 total energy of the particles in an object.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibrations of electrically charged particles.

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How does a bat use sound energy?

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A bat uses sound energy through echolocation, emitting sound waves that bounce off objects, helping it locate prey.

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What happens when a guitar string vibrates?

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When a guitar string vibrates, it produces sound energy, creating musical notes that we can hear.

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What is an example of a device that uses electrical energy?

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A street light is an example of a device that uses electrical energy to illuminate streets at night.

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What produces sound when a grasshopper rubs its legs together?

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When a grasshopper rubs its legs together, it uses mechanical energy, which also produces sound.

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What is the relationship between mechanical energy and sound energy?

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Mechanical energy can produce sound energy when an object moves or vibrates, creating sound waves.