Forms of Energy

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy related to the potential energy stored in the bonds between particles in the nucleus of an atom.

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Can energy be destroyed or used up?

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False. Energy cannot be destroyed; it can only change forms.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is also known as electromagnetic radiation (EMR), which includes visible light, radio waves, and X-rays.

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Can new energy be created?

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False. Energy cannot be created; it can only be transformed from one form to another.

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How is energy defined?

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Energy is defined as the ability to do work.

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What is gravitational energy?

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Gravitational energy is the potential energy held by an object because of its height above the ground.

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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.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, related to the motion of particles.

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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.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.