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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object that is used to do work.

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What type of energy does a solar panel convert?

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A solar panel converts light energy into electrical energy.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibration of electrically charged particles.

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What form of energy is produced by a lamp when it is turned on?

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When a lamp is turned on, it produces light energy.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the internal energy present in a system due to its temperature; it is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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An example of kinetic energy is a moving bicycle.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is the stored energy based on an object's position.

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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The principle of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is an example of a non-renewable energy source?

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An example of a non-renewable energy source is coal.