Types of Energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What are the main types of energy?

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The main types of energy include mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, sound, and light energy.

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Which type of energy does a flashlight use?

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A flashlight uses light energy.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is energy in the form of electricity.

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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 is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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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 potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is heat from a stove.

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What is an example of sound energy?

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An example of sound energy is music from a speaker.