Forms of Energy MELTS

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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 Mechanical, Electrical, Thermal, Chemical, Nuclear, and Sound energy.

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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.

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What is Electrical energy?

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

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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 Chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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What is Nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion.

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How does a hair dryer work?

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A hair dryer uses electrical energy to produce heat energy to dry hair.

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How does an oven cook food?

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An oven uses heat energy to cook food.