What is another word for chemical energy?
Pronunciation: [kˈɛmɪkə͡l ˈɛnəd͡ʒi] (IPA) 
Chemical energy is the potential energy stored in the bonds between atoms and molecules in a substance. It is a form of energy that is released during chemical reactions, such as combustion or digestion. Synonyms for chemical energy include potential energy of chemical reactions, stored energy of the chemicals, and reactive energy of the molecules. Additionally, chemical energy can be described as the energy that is released when chemical bonds are broken or formed, or the energy that is required to break or form these bonds. Other synonyms include thermodynamic energy, enthalpy, and exothermic or endothermic reactions. Understanding and harnessing chemical energy is important for industrial processes, fuels, and even the way our bodies function.
