Energy

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What is Energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change. It exists in various forms, including kinetic, potential, thermal, chemical, and more.

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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 velocity of the object.

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state. It can be gravitational, elastic, or chemical.

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What is Gravitational Potential Energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its height above the ground, calculated as PE = mgh (mass x gravity x height).

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What is Chemical Potential Energy?

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Chemical potential energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or fuel.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to its temperature.

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What is Radiant Energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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What is Electric Potential Energy?

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Electric potential energy is the energy a charged object has due to its position in an electric field.

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What is Vibrational Energy?

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Vibrational energy is the energy of an object that vibrates, such as a guitar string or a tuning fork.

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How does energy transfer occur?

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Energy transfer occurs when energy moves from one object or system to another, often through work or heat.