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 potential energy to kinetic energy.

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What type of energy does a roller coaster have at the top of a hill?

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At the top of a hill, a roller coaster has maximum potential energy.

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What type of energy does a roller coaster have at the bottom of a hill?

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At the bottom of a hill, a roller coaster has maximum kinetic energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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What happens to potential energy as a roller coaster descends?

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As a roller coaster descends, potential energy is converted into kinetic energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a car engine?

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In a car engine, chemical energy from fuel is transformed into mechanical energy to move the vehicle.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a lamp is turned on?

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When a lamp is turned on, electrical energy is transformed into light energy.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat produced by a stove when cooking.

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What is an example of chemical energy?

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An example of chemical energy is the energy stored in food or fuel.