Types of Energy

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This type of energy is the energy of moving molecules

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Thermal Energy

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This type of energy is the energy stored in objects by tension. When the tension is released, motion occurs.

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Mechanical Energy

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This type of energy is related to the movement of light. Options: Nuclear Energy, Thermal Energy, Radiant Energy, Electrical Energy

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Radiant Energy

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In nature, lightning is one form of this type of energy: Chemical Energy, Radiant Energy, Nuclear Energy, Electrical Energy

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Electrical Energy

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The energy that comes from fire is this type of energy

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Thermal Energy

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Natural gas and coal are two sources of this type of energy

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Chemical Energy

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This type of energy is created when the nuclei of atoms are split or fused.

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Nuclear Energy

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A spring that is pressed down has this type of energy

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Mechanical Energy

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Another name for Thermal Energy is...

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Heat energy

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This type of energy comes from tiny charged particles: Thermal Energy, Electrical Energy, Solar Energy, Nuclear Energy

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Electrical Energy

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