Types of Energy

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What type of energy is associated with stretching objects?

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Elastic energy is the potential energy stored in an object when it is stretched or compressed.

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What is the energy of motion called?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

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What type of energy is related to heat?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What type of energy is derived from the sun?

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Solar energy is the energy that comes from sunlight.

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What is the term for stored energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What type of energy is produced by moving electric charges?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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What type of energy is associated with chemical reactions?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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What type of energy is produced by vibrating objects?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is an example of potential energy?

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