Forms of Energy SC.5.P.10.1

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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 are the different forms of energy?

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The different forms of energy include thermal, electrical, chemical, mechanical, sound, and light energy.

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What type of energy keeps food cold in the fridge?

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Electrical energy is used to keep food cold in the fridge.

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What type of energy does a candle produce when it burns?

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A candle produces thermal energy (heat) and light energy when it burns.

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What form of energy is used to cook noodles?

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Heat energy is used to cook noodles.

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What type of energy is released when fossil fuels are burned?

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Heat energy is released when fossil fuels are burned.

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What type of energy is produced by fireworks?

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Fireworks produce sound energy and light energy.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.