Forms of Energy

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy that an object has due to its motion or position. For example, a moving car has mechanical energy.

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How is sound made?

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Sound is made through vibrations. When an object vibrates, it creates sound waves that travel through the air.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating objects that can be heard. For example, when a guitar string is plucked, it vibrates and produces sound.

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What type of energy does a lamp provide?

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A lamp provides thermal energy (heat) and light energy.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy that comes from electric charges. It powers devices like lights and fans.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that we can see. It comes from sources like the sun and light bulbs.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from heat. It is the energy of moving particles in a substance.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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An example of mechanical energy is a spinning wheel or a rolling ball.

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What travels in waves and can be heard?

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Sound travels in waves and can be heard when it reaches our ears.

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What is an example of sound energy?

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