Types of Energy

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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 two main types of energy?

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The two main types of energy are potential energy and kinetic energy.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy that has the potential to do work, like a stretched rubber band.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, like a rolling ball.

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What type of energy do light bulbs use?

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Light bulbs use electrical energy.

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What type of energy is produced by moving objects?

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Mechanical energy is produced by moving objects.

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What type of energy is associated with heat?

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Thermal energy is associated with heat.

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What type of energy is produced by sound?

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Sound energy is produced by vibrating objects.

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What type of energy comes from the sun?

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Solar energy comes from the sun.

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What type of energy do wind turbines use?

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Wind energy is used by wind turbines.