Forms of Energy

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What is kinetic energy?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object has due to its motion.

What is potential energy?

Potential energy is the energy stored in an object because of its position or state.

Name two forms of mechanical energy.

Kinetic energy and potential energy.

What is thermal energy?

Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of the particles in a substance.

How is chemical energy stored?

Chemical energy is stored in the bonds of atoms and molecules.

What type of energy is stored in food?

Chemical energy.

What is electrical energy?

Electrical energy is the energy of electric charges.

How is light energy used by plants?

Plants use light energy for photosynthesis to make food.

What is sound energy?

Sound energy is the energy that travels in waves and is produced by vibrating objects.

What is nuclear energy?

Nuclear energy is the energy stored in the nucleus of atoms.

What form of energy does a stretched bow possess?

A stretched bow has potential energy.

What happens to potential energy when an object falls?

Potential energy is converted to kinetic energy.

What type of energy is a wind turbine converting to electricity?

Kinetic energy of the wind is converted to electrical energy.

Is heat a form of energy?

Yes, heat is a form of thermal energy.

What energy transformation occurs in a battery that powers a flashlight?

Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.