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There is a form of energy called radiative energy. Other things that are not visible to the eye include x-rays and radio waves.
The most basic uses of energy are residential. They include watching tv, washing clothes, heating and lighting the home, taking a shower, working from home on your computer, running appliances and cooking.
There are many forms of energy. Nuclear or atomic energy, light energy, heat energy, mechanical energy, electrical energy, sound energy, chemical energy, and so on are examples of these. The forms can be changed or converted.
What do you use the most in your home?
Cooling and heating use 45% of the energy.
There is electricity.
Natural gas and electricity are used the most. Almost all homes have electricity, and retail electricity purchases make up a majority of residential end-use energy consumption in 2020.
Waves have a type of wave motion called light energy. Light waves are a form of energy. When objects reflect light into our eyes, we can see them. Waves are a type of sound energy. The sound energy we produce is heard by others.
There are six basic forms of energy. You may find more forms in other research.
The different types of energy include thermal energy, acoustic energy, chemical energy, nuclear energy, electrical energy, motion energy and sound energy.
Chemical energy is a form of potential energy. When a chemical reaction occurs, chemical energy can be observed. Chemical energy is found in any matter considered a fuel. The energy can be released.