Types of Energy

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What is the definition of energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What are the main types of energy?

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The main types of energy include kinetic, potential, thermal, chemical, electrical, radiant, sound, and mechanical energy.

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What type of energy is associated with the motion of objects?

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Kinetic energy.

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What type of energy is stored in an object due to its position or state?

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Potential energy.

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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.

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What type of energy do electrical appliances use?

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Electric energy.

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What form of energy is produced by vibrations?

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Sound energy.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that moves by electromagnetic waves.

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What is thermal energy?

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

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What is chemical energy?

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

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