Energy Review

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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 or objects that are in a position to move.

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Give an example of mechanical energy.

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Hammering a nail is an example of mechanical energy.

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What type of energy is used when you push the pedals of a bicycle?

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Mechanical Energy.

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What type of energy does a battery store?

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Chemical energy.

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What happens to energy when a windmill turns and delivers power to homes?

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It transfers mechanical energy to electrical energy.

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How can you increase the energy in a collision?

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By increasing the mass or velocity of the colliding objects.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food and batteries.

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What is an example of energy transfer?

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When a windmill converts mechanical energy from wind into electrical energy.

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What is the difference between mechanical energy and electrical energy?

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Mechanical energy is related to motion and position, while electrical energy is the energy of moving electric charges.

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What is an example of electrical energy?

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The energy that powers your home appliances.