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 into electrical energy.

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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 fuel.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, commonly used to power devices.

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What is Light Energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye, produced by sources like the sun or light bulbs.

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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

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What is Potential Energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state, such as a ball at the top of a hill.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, depending on its mass and speed.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, related to the movement of particles.

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What is the energy transformation in a flashlight?

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The energy transformation in a flashlight is chemical energy (from batteries) to electrical energy to light energy.

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What happens to Mechanical Energy in a generator?

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In a generator, mechanical energy is transformed into electrical energy.