Electricity and Forms of Energy Flashcard

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What form of energy makes the flame on a candle melt the wax?

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Thermal energy is the form of energy that makes the flame on a candle melt the wax.

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Which form of energy is used when I plug in my laptop and turn it on?

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Electrical energy is the form of energy used when plugging in a laptop.

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What is the dependent variable in an experiment testing the strength of an electromagnet with different wire thicknesses?

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The dependent variable is the strength of the magnet.

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After a lamp is on for two hours, how much energy is there?

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The amount of energy remains the same after two hours.

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Which energy source is renewable?

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Solar energy is a renewable energy source.

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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 radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves, such as light.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is a renewable energy source?

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A renewable energy source is one that can be replenished naturally, like solar or wind energy.