Types of Energy Review

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What is Elastic Energy?

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Elastic Energy is the potential energy stored in elastic materials as the result of their stretching or compressing. Example: A stretched rubber band.

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What is Radiant Energy?

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Radiant Energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves. It is the energy that travels through space and can be seen as light. Example: Sunlight.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical Energy is the energy created by the movement of electrons through a conductor. Example: Electricity flowing through a wire.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound Energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It is the energy that we can hear. Example: Music from a speaker.

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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. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object. Example: A moving car.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object in motion. It depends on the mass and speed of the object. Example: A rolling ball.

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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. Example: A book on a shelf has gravitational potential energy.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal Energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of an object. It is the total kinetic energy of the particles in an object. Example: Heat from a stove.

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What is Chemical Energy?

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Chemical Energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds. It is released during a chemical reaction. Example: Energy from food.

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What is Nuclear Energy?

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Nuclear Energy is the energy released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion. Example: Energy from the sun.

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