Energy

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What are the different forms of energy?

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The different forms of energy include kinetic energy, potential energy, thermal energy, chemical energy, electrical energy, nuclear energy, and light energy.

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What is the principle of energy transfer?

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Energy transfer occurs when energy moves from one system or object to another, often in the form of heat, work, or radiation.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye.

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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 that is used to do work.

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What is an example of energy conversion?

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An example of energy conversion is a light bulb converting electrical energy into light energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object based on its position or state.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to its temperature.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like atoms and molecules.