Energy

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What is energy?

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The ability to do work.

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What is potential energy?

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Stored energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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The energy used when an object is in motion or when a force is applied to it.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of an object due to its motion.

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When does an object have the most potential energy when rolling down a ramp?

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At the top of the ramp.

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What is renewable energy?

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Energy that can be replenished naturally, such as solar or wind energy.

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What is non-renewable energy?

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Energy that cannot be replenished in a short period, such as fossil fuels.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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A person pushing a heavy box across the floor.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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It is converted into kinetic energy.

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What is heat energy?

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Energy that comes from the temperature of matter.