By Kyle Robert Jones

What is Chemical Energy? Chemical Energy is energy that is stored in some kind of chemical substance. The energy is released when these substances mix together to cause a chemical reaction.

Example 1 When you burn wood, the molecules in the wood are destroyed. This creates energy in the form of heat and light.

Example 2 Plants use light from the sun for the process of photosynthesis. This process allows plants to store chemical energy.

Example 3 Food is another example of chemical energy. When we digest food, the molecules break down into smaller pieces, which gives our bodies energy.

Questions for Review What is Chemical Energy? What are some other examples of Chemical Energy?