Forms of Energy MELTS

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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. It is produced by sources like the sun, lamps, and fire.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy of electric charges. It powers devices like computers, lamps, and fans.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of motion. It is the sum of 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. It is the energy of moving particles.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It is how we hear sounds.

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What is an example of Light Energy?

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An example of light energy is sunlight or the light produced by a lamp.

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What is an example of Electrical Energy?

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An example of electrical energy is the energy used to power a television.

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What is an example of Mechanical Energy?

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An example of mechanical energy is a moving bicycle or a spinning fan.

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What is an example of Thermal Energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat from a stove or the warmth from the sun.

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What is an example of Sound Energy?

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An example of sound energy is music playing from a speaker.

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