All of the following statements about energy are true EXCEPT:
A) Thermal energy may be defined as light energy
B) Chemical to thermal energy conversion occurs when gasoline is burned
C) Mechanical energy is defined as the ability to do work
D) Mechanical to electrical energy conversion occurs when the engine drives the alternator

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Thermal energy cannot be defined as light energy. It is the energy that an object possesses due to the motion of its atoms or molecules. Light energy is a form of electromagnetic radiation.

All of the Following Statements About Energy Are True EXCEPT