How Is Chemical Energy Used and Where Can It Be Found?

In summary: It is found in all elements and is stored in bonds. When energy is needed, it can be released from these bonds in a number of ways. In F1 cars, the energy is used to power the cars and the engines. In burgers, the energy is used to cook the meat. In batteries, the energy is used to create electricity. And in many other cases, energy is used to do work.Chemical energy is used in all sorts of ways, but it is most commonly used to do work.
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Homework Statement



What simply is Chemical Energy?

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I found this: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_chemical_energy

But it doesn't read right..it's not all to it than that, but I want to know in simple terms what chemical energy is.

I also would like to know how Chemical Energy is used and where it can be found.

Thanks
 
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LatexZone said:
it doesn't read right..

But it is right, and I doubt it can be said simpler. It can be explained in terms of energy of chemical bonds, but it won't be in more "simple terms", besides, basically the answer will be not different.

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How would you word it?
 
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With difficulty. English is my second language.

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Why is it used in F1 Cars?
Why is it used in Burgers?
Why is it used in Batteries?
 
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What other types of energy do you know and how could you use them in these cases?

Seems to me like you are hoping you will be given all the answers. No way. You have to find them out using your own brain, we can just hint and push you in the right direction.
 
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Well does the energy process differ which is what I'm trying to ask depending on what it is being used for.
 
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I have no idea what you mean by "energy process".
 
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LatexZone said:

Homework Statement



What simply is Chemical Energy?

Homework Equations



N/A

The Attempt at a Solution



I found this: http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_chemical_energy

But it doesn't read right..it's not all to it than that, but I want to know in simple terms what chemical energy is.

I also would like to know how Chemical Energy is used and where it can be found.

Thanks

Chemical energy is the amount of potential energy contained in a bond or unstable nuclei (might be stepping out on a limb with the second case). In the former case, the energy is more easily stored for our purposes, while in the latter case, the energy is harnessed as the process cannot be stopped and is usually used to create mechanical work. If you want to be more familiar with what chemical energy is, then you have to understand what a chemical bond is, otherwise the first sentence should suffice your needs.
 
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LatexZone said:

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I also would like to know how Chemical Energy is used and where it can be found.

Thanks

Chemical energy is ubiquitous.
 

FAQ: How Is Chemical Energy Used and Where Can It Be Found?

What is chemical energy?

Chemical energy is a form of potential energy that is stored in the bonds of atoms and molecules. It is released when those bonds are broken, usually through a chemical reaction.

How is chemical energy different from other forms of energy?

Chemical energy is different from other forms of energy, such as thermal or kinetic energy, because it is stored in the bonds between atoms and molecules rather than in their motion or temperature.

What are some examples of chemical energy?

Some examples of chemical energy include the energy stored in food, batteries, and fossil fuels. When these substances undergo a chemical reaction, the chemical energy is converted into other forms of energy, such as heat or electricity.

How is chemical energy used?

Chemical energy is used in a variety of ways. It is essential for the functioning of living organisms, as it is the energy source for cellular processes. It is also used to power machines and devices, such as cars and electronics, through the use of batteries or fuel combustion.

Can chemical energy be created or destroyed?

No, according to the law of conservation of energy, energy cannot be created or destroyed, only converted into different forms. Therefore, chemical energy cannot be created or destroyed, but can only be converted into other forms of energy through chemical reactions.

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