Energy Transformations

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What does the Theory of the Conservation of Energy state?

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Energy can never be created nor destroyed. It can only change its form from one type to another.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a candle is burning?

Back

Chemical energy is transformed into light energy.

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Mechanical Energy can be transferred to which type of energy?

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Electrical Energy.

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What type of energy is produced when Electrical Energy is transferred?

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Thermal Energy.

Front

Solar Energy can be transformed into which type of energy?

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Electrical Energy.

Front

Define energy transformation.

Back

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

Front

What is an example of energy transformation in a light bulb?

Back

Electrical energy is transformed into light and thermal energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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

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How does a hydroelectric dam transform energy?

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It transforms potential energy of stored water into kinetic energy, which is then converted into electrical energy.