6.9C 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 mechanical 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 atoms and molecules. It is released during a chemical reaction.

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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. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It is commonly used to power devices and appliances.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye. It is produced by sources like the sun and light bulbs.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It travels through air, water, and solids.

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What is solar energy?

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Solar energy is the energy from the sun that can be converted into thermal or electrical energy using solar panels.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a flashlight?

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In a flashlight, chemical energy from the batteries is transformed into light energy when the flashlight is turned on.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hair dryer?

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In a hair dryer, electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy (heat) and sound energy.