Types of Energy Review

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It is used to power devices like lamps and appliances.

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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 causes heat.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, including light. It is the energy that travels through space.

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What is sound energy?

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

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How does a lamp produce light?

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A lamp produces light by converting electrical energy into light energy.

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What causes water to evaporate?

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Water evaporates when thermal energy from the environment heats it up, causing it to change from liquid to gas.

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What type of energy does a toy oven use to bake cakes?

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A toy oven uses electrical energy to power the lightbulb and thermal energy to bake the cakes.

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What is the energy source for objects that use light?

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The energy source for objects that use light is radiant (light) energy.

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What happens when heat is applied to a candle?

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When heat is applied to a candle, it produces warm air currents that can cause movement, like turning a carousel.