There are several types of energy associated with forces in physics. Each type relates to how forces do work or store energy in systems. Here are the main types:
Kinetic Energy – Energy of motion.
Associated with moving objects.
Formula:
Potential Energy – Stored energy due to position or configuration. Common types include:
Gravitational Potential Energy: Due to height above ground.
Elastic Potential Energy: In stretched or compressed objects like springs.
Chemical Potential Energy: Stored in chemical bonds.
Mechanical Energy – Sum of kinetic and potential energy in a system.
Thermal Energy – Energy related to the temperature of an object due to the motion of its molecules (often produced by frictional forces).
Electrical Energy – Energy from electric forces, carried by moving charges (electrons).
Magnetic Energy – Energy stored in magnetic fields due to magnetic forces.
Nuclear Energy – Energy stored in the nucleus of atoms, released during nuclear reactions.
Sound Energy – Energy carried by sound waves, caused by vibrating objects.
Radiant (Light) Energy – Energy of electromagnetic waves like sunlight.
Work (Energy Transfer) – When a force causes motion, energy is transferred and is considered "work."
Each of these energies is connected to forces either causing, resisting, or storing energy in some form.
