Exploring Different Types of Energy

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy that comes from electric charges. It is used to power devices like flashlights, computers, and appliances.

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What is Light Energy?

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Light energy is the energy that comes from light sources, such as the sun or light bulbs. Plants use light energy to make food through photosynthesis.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or height. For example, a book on a shelf has potential energy because it can fall.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy, also known as heat energy, is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is produced by devices like toasters and heaters.

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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 food or fuel. It is released when substances are burned or transformed.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. Any moving object, like a rolling ball or a running person, has kinetic energy.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating objects. It travels in waves and can be heard when it reaches our ears.

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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. It is used in power plants to generate electricity.

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How do plants use Light Energy?

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Plants use light energy from the sun to perform photosynthesis, a process that converts light energy into chemical energy to make food.

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What happens to wood when it is burned?

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When wood is burned, it releases thermal energy (heat) and light energy, as well as chemical energy that was stored in the wood.