Energy!

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds that connect atoms and molecules together. It is released during a chemical reaction.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy produced from a rise in temperature. It is the energy that comes from the heat of an object.

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What does it mean to transform energy?

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To transform energy means to change it from one form to another, such as from light energy to heat energy.

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What is an example of mechanical to thermal energy transformation?

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Rubbing your hands together generates heat, which is an example of mechanical energy being transformed into thermal energy.

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What is an example of chemical to mechanical energy transformation?

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When a runner uses the energy from food (chemical energy) to run (mechanical energy), it is an example of chemical to mechanical energy transformation.

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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. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state. For example, a ball held at a height has potential energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom. It can be released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It powers our homes and devices.