Forms of Energy

Definition

Forms of energy refer to the different ways that energy can be stored or transferred. The two main forms are kinetic and potential energy.

Related terms

Mechanical Energy: This is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object. It's like having a combination of cash and checks in your wallet.

Thermal Energy:

This is a type of kinetic energy associated with the random motion of atoms or molecules. It's like digital money being transferred from one account to another - it's always moving!

Chemical Energy: This is a type of potential energy stored in chemical bonds between atoms. It's like having a check that you haven't cashed yet - it has value, but it isn't "active" until you use it.