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 from mechanical energy to electrical energy.

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What are the main types of energy?

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

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What energy transformation occurs when a hand generator is turned?

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

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What energy transformation occurs when water falls through a dam?

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Mechanical energy from falling water is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is an example of light energy being transformed into chemical energy?

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A plant makes sugar in the sunlight.

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What energy transformation occurs in a battery-powered flashlight?

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Chemical energy in the battery is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What is the role of a turbine in energy transformation?

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A turbine converts mechanical energy from moving water or air into electrical energy.

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What is an example of thermal energy being transformed into mechanical energy?

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Steam from boiling water can turn a turbine, converting thermal energy into mechanical energy.

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What is the energy transformation in a candle?

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Chemical energy in the wax is transformed into thermal energy (heat) and light energy when the candle burns.