Types of Energy

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. It is the energy that an object possesses due to its movement.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy. It is the energy that an object has due to its position or condition.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of kinetic and potential energy in an object that is used to do work.

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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 a substance.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy delivered by tiny charged particles called electrons.

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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 Nuclear Energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear fission or fusion, especially when used to generate electricity.

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What is Solar Energy?

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Solar energy is the energy from the sun that is harnessed using various technologies, such as solar panels.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves that travel through a medium.

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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.