2nd 9 weeks Flashcard

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is a form of energy produced by vibrating objects.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the heat of an object.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of movement by objects.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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Heat from a burning fire.

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What tool is used to measure the volume of a liquid?

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Graduated cylinder.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position.

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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 is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows heat or electricity to pass through it.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow heat or electricity to pass through it easily.