Energy Types and Examples

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What is potential energy?

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The energy an object has when it is sitting still

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What is an example of kinetic energy in use?

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A frisbee flying through the air

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What is a form of energy that can travel through space and gives us the ability to see objects?

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Light energy

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The sun warming your skin is an example of this type of energy.

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Radiation

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What is the way heat passes through liquids and gases?

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Convection

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What is an example of conduction?

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An ice cube melts when you hold it in your hand

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Electrical energy

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Energy formed from the movement of electrons

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Sound Energy

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Energy that is sensed by ears

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Kinetic energy

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The energy an object has when it is in motion

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Insulator

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Stop the flow of heat and electricity