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(Created page with "Chemical energy is a form of potential energy that is stored in the bonds between atoms and molecules. When these bonds are broken, the stored energy is released, allowing it to be harnessed for a wide range of purposes. ==Examples of Chemical Energy== *Chemical energy can be found in a wide range of substances, including: *Fossil fuels: Coal, oil, and natural gas are all examples of fossil fuels that contain stored chemical energy. *Food: The food we eat contai...") |
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==Conversion of Chemical Energy== | ==Conversion of Chemical Energy== | ||
*Chemical energy can be converted into other forms of energy through a variety of processes. For example, when fossil fuels are burned, the stored chemical energy is converted into heat energy. This heat energy can be used to produce steam, which can then be used to power turbines and generate electricity. | *Chemical energy can be converted into other forms of energy through a variety of processes. For example, when fossil fuels are burned, the stored chemical energy is converted into heat energy. This heat energy can be used to produce steam, which can then be used to power turbines and generate electricity. | ||
*Similarly, when food is digested in the body, the stored chemical energy is converted into ATP (adenosine triphosphate), which is used to power a wide range of cellular processes. | *Similarly, when food is digested in the body, the stored chemical energy is converted into [[ATP]] (adenosine triphosphate), which is used to power a wide range of cellular processes. | ||
==Applications of Chemical Energy== | ==Applications of Chemical Energy== | ||
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*[[Agriculture]]: Chemical energy is used in the production of fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural products. | *[[Agriculture]]: Chemical energy is used in the production of fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural products. | ||
*[[Medicine]]: Chemical energy is used in the production of pharmaceuticals and other medical products. | *[[Medicine]]: Chemical energy is used in the production of pharmaceuticals and other medical products. | ||
*[[Manufacturing]]: Chemical energy is used in a wide range of manufacturing processes, including the production of plastics, textiles, and other materials | *[[Manufacturing]]: Chemical energy is used in a wide range of manufacturing processes, including the production of plastics, textiles, and other materials | ||
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