Types of Energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause changes.

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What type of energy is used when you move an object?

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Mechanical energy.

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What type of energy do we receive from the Sun?

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Light 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 type of energy is produced by moving air?

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Sound energy.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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A moving car or a rolling ball.

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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 light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that travels in waves and can be seen by the human eye.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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Heat from a stove or warmth from the sun.