Energy!

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy comes from the nucleus of atoms and is released during nuclear reactions.

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What is mechanical energy?

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

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy of moving electrons, often used to power devices.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy produced from a rise in temperature.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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What is energy transformation?

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Energy transformation is the process of changing energy from one form to another.

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What is an example of nuclear to electrical energy transformation?

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A nuclear power plant converting nuclear energy to electrical energy.

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What is an example of mechanical to radiant energy transformation?

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Turning on a light switch, where mechanical energy is converted to light energy.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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Heat produced by a stove when cooking food.