Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Energy that a moving object possesses because of its motion.

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What is Potential Energy?

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

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What is Thermal Energy?

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The total energy of the particles in an object due to their movement.

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What is Chemical Energy?

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Energy stored in the bonds of atoms and molecules.

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What is Nuclear Energy?

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Energy stored in the nucleus of an atom.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Energy due to the flow of electric charges.

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What is Radiant (Light) Energy?

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Energy that travels as electromagnetic waves, like light.

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What energy transformation occurs in a toaster heating bread?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a battery powers a flashlight?

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Chemical energy stored in the battery is converted into electrical energy and radiant energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a car engine running?

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Wind energy is transformed into mechanical energy.