What are six types of energy?

Six types of energy include kinetic energy, potential energy, mechanical energy, chemical energy, heat energy and electrical energy. Energy can neither be created nor destroyed, but it can be transferred and changed from one form to another.

Below are some details regarding six types of energy in existence. Energy is naturally available, meaning human beings cannot create it but can transfer it or change it from one form to another.

• Potential energy - this is energy that is not yet in use. It is basically energy that is stored until it is put into action
• Kinetic energy - this is energy that is moving. Usually, it is potential energy that becomes kinetic when human beings initiate an action. Electricity flowing through wires can be regarded as kinetic energy
• Mechanical energy - this is energy that is causing a mechanical equipment to work. Wind can be considered a mechanical energy when it turns a windmill
• Heat energy - this energy generally regards an increase in temperature. Fire is a good example of heat energy
• Chemical energy - this is the type of energy produced when chemicals react. Food can be regarded as chemical energy when cooked
• Electrical energy - this is energy derived from electricity. It could be in the form of a lit bulb, heat from an electric cooker or a machine powered by electricity