Forms of Energy

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What is energy?

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The ability to do work.

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What type of energy is associated with the motion of objects?

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Mechanical energy.

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What are the two forms of energy produced by a candle flame?

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Thermal and light energy.

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What type of energy is used to cook food?

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Thermal energy.

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What is the definition of mechanical energy?

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The sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is potential energy?

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Energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Energy of an object due to its motion.

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How is thermal energy transferred?

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Through conduction, convection, and radiation.

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What is light energy?

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Energy that is visible and can be seen by the human eye.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.