MELTS

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the heat of moving particles in matter.

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How does a microwave produce thermal energy?

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A microwave produces thermal energy by using heat energy to cook food.

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What does it mean that energy is not created or destroyed?

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It means that energy can change forms but cannot be made or lost.

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What are natural light sources?

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Natural light sources are things like the sun and stars that provide light without human intervention.

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What are man-made light sources?

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Man-made light sources are things like light bulbs and flashlights that humans create to provide light.

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Why is the sun important for life?

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The sun provides energy that is essential for plants to grow, which in turn supports all life on Earth.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is energy caused by the movement of electric charges.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy that an object has due to its motion or position.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat you feel when you touch a warm stove.

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What is the difference between natural and man-made light?

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Natural light comes from sources like the sun, while man-made light comes from human-created devices like lamps.