Types of energy

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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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.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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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.

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What is green energy?

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Green energy is energy that is produced from renewable resources, such as solar, wind, and hydro power.

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What is electric energy?

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Electric energy is the energy of electric charges, often used to power devices.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is the energy harnessed from the sun's rays.

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What is wind energy?

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Wind energy is the energy obtained from the movement of air.

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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 fuel.