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, such as converting electrical energy into thermal energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in an electric hot plate?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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Where is maximum kinetic energy found on a rollercoaster?

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Maximum kinetic energy is found at the bottom of a big hill.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hairdryer?

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A hairdryer transforms electrical energy into thermal energy.

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When does a swing have potential energy?

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A swing has potential energy when it is sitting still at the highest point.

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What device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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A fan transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in 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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Give an example of energy transformation 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 happens to energy during a rollercoaster ride?

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Energy transforms between potential and kinetic energy as the coaster moves up and down.