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Types of Energy
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Gravitational Energy | Energy due to gravity (Usually called "potential energy") |
| Elastic Energy | Energy stored in an object by the application of force |
| Nucleur Energy | Energy stored in the nuclei of atoms |
| Chemical Energy | Energy stored in chemical bonds between atoms |
| Mechanical Energy | Motion (Usually called "kinetic energy") |
| Radiant Energy | Motion of photons (light) |
| Sound Energy | Motion of vibrations travelling through matter |
| Electrical Energy | Motion of Electrons |
| Thermal Energy | Motion/vibration of particles |