Types of Energy

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What is stored energy?

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Stored energy is energy that is not currently being used but has the potential to do work. An example is chemical energy found in food or batteries.

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What type of energy does the sun produce?

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The sun produces heat and light energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of motion. It is the energy that an object has due to its movement.

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What type of energy flows in an electric current?

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Electric energy flows in an electric current.

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What type of energy is found in food?

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Food contains chemical energy, which our bodies use for fuel.

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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 and fuels.

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What is electric energy?

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Electric energy is the energy of moving electrons, which can be used to power devices.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is the energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by sources like the sun and light bulbs.

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What is heat energy?

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Heat energy, or thermal energy, is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the energy of moving particles.

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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 a spinning top.