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 in food to kinetic energy when we move.

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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 or gasoline, which can be 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, which is used to do work.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in 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, often used to power devices and appliances.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a car?

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

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What energy transformation occurs in a toaster?

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In a toaster, electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy to heat and toast the bread.

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What type of energy do we get from food?

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We get chemical energy from food, which our bodies convert into other forms of energy for various functions.

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What happens during nuclear fission?

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During nuclear fission, uranium atoms are split, releasing a large amount of energy, which is then converted into electricity in power plants.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hot air balloon?

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In a hot air balloon, chemical energy from the fuel is transformed into thermal energy, which then creates mechanical energy to lift the balloon.