Energy

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds between atoms and molecules. It is released or absorbed during a chemical reaction.

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What is the purpose of solar panels?

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The purpose of solar panels is to convert solar energy into electrical energy.

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What is the unit for measuring distance?

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The unit for measuring distance is the meter (m).

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What are some ways to increase energy efficiency?

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Ways to increase energy efficiency include using public transportation, developing more efficient engines, turning thermostats down in winter and up in summer, and insulating homes and businesses.

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What machine converts chemical energy into heat, light, and sound energy?

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A firecracker converts chemical energy into heat, light, and sound energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, dependent on its mass and velocity.

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What is mechanical energy?

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

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear fission or fusion, particularly in the nucleus of an atom.

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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, such as height or tension.

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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.