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. It can be seen in moving objects like a rolling ball or a wind-up toy.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating objects. It travels in waves and can be heard when it reaches our ears, like music or a ringing bell.

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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 that makes things hot or cold, like the heat from the sun or a warm cup of cocoa.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye. It is produced by sources like the sun, light bulbs, and fire.

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What tool do you use to measure temperature?

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A thermometer is used to measure thermal energy or temperature.

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What type of energy is used when you hit a tennis ball?

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When you hit a tennis ball, you are using mechanical energy.

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What kind of energy is associated with vibrations?

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Sound energy is associated with vibrations.

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What type of energy does a wind-up toy use?

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A wind-up toy uses mechanical energy.

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What is an example of sound energy?

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An example of sound energy is music played on a guitar.

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What is an example of light energy?

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An example of light energy is sunlight shining through a window.