Energy LT3-4 SA2

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of kinetic energy (energy of motion) and potential energy (stored energy) in an object.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy of moving electrons, which can be used to power devices and appliances.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a hawk eats a mouse?

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The transformation is from chemical energy (from the mouse) to mechanical energy (used by the hawk to fly).

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy in the form of waves that move through a medium like air or water.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy stored in an atom's nucleus, which can be released during nuclear reactions.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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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 thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, related to the motion of particles.

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What is electromagnetic energy?

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Electromagnetic energy is the energy carried by electromagnetic waves, such as light and radio waves.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy stored in an object as it is raised above the ground, due to gravity.