Forms 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 forms of energy?

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Potential energy and kinetic 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 light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the sun and other light sources.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy that is associated with the motion and position of an object.

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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 the source of thermal energy from the sun?

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The sun produces thermal energy through nuclear fusion.

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How does mechanical energy work in a pencil sharpener?

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Mechanical energy is used to turn the blades that sharpen the pencil.

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What happens to a candy bar when thermal energy is applied?

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The candy bar melts due to the heat from thermal energy.

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What is an example of light energy?

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An example of light energy is sunlight shining on a plant.