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.

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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 mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is an example of chemical energy transforming into sound and radiant energy?

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A firecracker shows chemical energy transforming into sound and radiant energy.

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What is energy transfer?

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Energy transfer is the movement of energy from one place or object to another.

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What is an example of energy transfer?

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Electricity moving from the power plant to our homes is an example of energy transfer.

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What happens during energy transformations?

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During energy transformations, energy changes from one form to another, such as from chemical to mechanical.

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What is an example of chemical energy transforming into mechanical energy?

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A person eating a snack and then running is an example of chemical energy transforming into mechanical energy.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves, such as light energy from the sun.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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