Energy Transformations

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What is energy transformation?

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Energy transformation is the process of changing energy from one form to another.

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What are the main types of energy?

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The main types of energy include chemical, mechanical, electrical, thermal, and sound energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a student rubs their hands together?

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Chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy, which is then transformed into thermal energy.

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What energy transformations occur in a battery-operated radio?

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Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into sound energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a battery causes a flashlight to shine?

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Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a car?

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When gasoline is put in a car, chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy.

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How does energy change form in a light bulb?

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In a light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into light energy and thermal energy.

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What is the relationship between energy transformations and work?

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Energy transformations are necessary for work to be done, as work involves the transfer of energy.

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What happens to energy during a chemical reaction?

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During a chemical reaction, energy is transformed from one form to another, often releasing or absorbing energy.

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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The principle of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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