Energy Types

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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. It is released during a chemical reaction, often in the form of heat.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object, which increases as the temperature rises.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves. It includes visible light, radio waves, and X-rays, and is often associated with the energy emitted by the sun.

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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, and is generated by sources like batteries and power plants.

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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 rock at the top of a hill has gravitational potential energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. Any object that is moving has kinetic energy, which depends on its mass and speed.

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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 from one form to another.

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What is an example of chemical energy?

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An example of chemical energy is the energy stored in food. When we eat, our bodies convert this energy into usable forms.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat produced by a stove when cooking food.