6 Types of energy

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It powers devices like cell phones and lights.

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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. It is released during digestion.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object. It is the energy of motion or position.

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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. For example, a rock at the top of a hill has potential energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, such as light. It is used in technologies like solar panels.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy, or heat energy, is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the energy of moving particles.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom. It can be released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion.

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How does electrical energy power devices?

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Electrical energy powers devices by providing the necessary energy for electrons to flow through circuits, enabling devices to function.

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What is an example of chemical energy in everyday life?

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An example of chemical energy is the energy stored in food, which our bodies convert into usable energy during digestion.