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 chemical energy in food to mechanical energy in movement.

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What type of energy is produced by the sun?

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Radiant energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object, which is the energy of motion and position.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food and batteries.

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What type of energy is associated with the position of an object?

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Potential energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion; the faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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How does a solar panel work?

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A solar panel converts radiant energy from the sun into electrical energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when you eat food?

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Chemical energy from food is transformed into mechanical energy for movement.

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What is the energy transformation during photosynthesis?

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Radiant energy from the sun is transformed into chemical energy in plants.

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What type of energy is stored in a battery?

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Chemical energy.