types of energy Flashcards
1
Q
what is energy
A
Energy is the ability to do work
2
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what is potential energy
A
The energy an object has due to its position, shape, or condition
3
Q
what is kinetic energy
A
Energy due to an object’s motion
4
Q
what kinds of potential energy are there
A
gravitational, elastic, chemical, nuclear,
5
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what kinds of mechanical energy are there
A
electrical, light, thermal, sound
