1. Radiant Energy is Kinetic because it is energy from waves (like light) that are moving.
2. Elastic Energy is Potential because it is stored in a stretched or pressed object, ready to be released.
3. Thermal Energy is Kinetic because it is associated with the movement of particles (heat).
4. Mechanical Energy is Potential & Kinetic because it includes both energy of motion (kinetic) and energy stored due to position or shape (potential).
5. Sound Energy is Kinetic because it is associated with vibrating air particles that are moving.
6. Gravitational Energy is Potential because it is stored in an object due to its height above ground, ready to cause motion.
7. Chemical Energy is Potential because it is stored in chemical bonds, ready to be released during a reaction.
8. Electromagnetic Energy is Kinetic because it is energy from moving electrons and magnetic fields (waves).
9. Nuclear Energy is Potential because it is stored in the nucleus of an atom, ready to be released.
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