Types of 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. It is the energy that comes from the movement of particles in an object.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by moving electric charges. It powers our homes and devices.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy that is possessed by an object due to its motion or position. It can be kinetic (energy of motion) or potential (stored energy).

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It is how we hear sounds.

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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 the movement of photons.

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What is friction energy?

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Friction energy is the energy that is generated when two surfaces rub against each other, causing heat.

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What is an example of thermal and light energy?

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An example of thermal and light energy is the heat and light produced by the sun.

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What is an example of electrical energy?

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An example of electrical energy is the energy that powers a light bulb.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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An example of mechanical energy is a moving car or a roller coaster at the top of a hill.

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What is an example of sound energy?

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