Understanding Energy Transfer

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Energy transfer

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Energy transfer is the movement of energy from one place or system to another.

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How can electrical energy be transformed?

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Electrical energy can be transformed into mechanical, thermal, or light energy.

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Kinetic energy

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What type of energy is associated with motion?

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Kinetic energy

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Potential energy

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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Name one type of gravitational potential energy.

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Gravitational potential energy of an object at height

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Chemical energy

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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How is elastic energy stored?

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Elastic energy is stored in deformed materials.

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What type of energy is found in nuclear reactions?

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Nuclear energy

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What is electrical energy used for?

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Electrical energy is used for powering devices and systems.