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 possessed by an object due to its movement.

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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. It has the potential to do work.

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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 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 Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy is the internal energy of an object due to the kinetic energy of its 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 Electrical Energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It is used to power devices and appliances.

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How does speed affect Kinetic Energy?

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The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has. Kinetic energy increases with the square of the speed.

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What is an example of Mechanical Energy?

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An example of mechanical energy is a moving car or the blades of a wind turbine spinning.

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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 or batteries.