Types of Energy and Transformations

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What transformation takes place when a ukulele is strummed?

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Kinetic energy is transformed into sound energy.

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What is the form of energy that is created using heat?

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Thermal energy is the form of energy that makes particles of matter move faster.

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What causes sunburn from the sun?

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Sunburn is caused by radiation from the sun.

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What type of energy do the spinning blades on a wind turbine represent?

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The spinning blades on a wind turbine represent mechanical energy.

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What energy conversion occurs when people walk?

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Walking relies on the conversion of chemical energy from food into mechanical energy by muscles.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, causing particles to move.

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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 mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.