Energy Transformations

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What are the 5 forms of kinetic energy?

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1. Mechanical Energy 2. Thermal Energy 3. Electrical Energy 4. Sound Energy 5. Radiant Energy

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What is the energy transformation when a candle burns?

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Chemical → Thermal → Light

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What is potential energy?

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

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NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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What is gravitational potential energy (GPE)?

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GPE is the energy an object possesses because of its height above the ground, calculated as GPE = mgh.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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What is the formula for calculating gravitational potential energy?

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GPE = mgh, where m = mass, g = acceleration due to gravity, h = height.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-2

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

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Eating a big breakfast before a race.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hairdryer?

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Electrical → Thermal → Mechanical (air movement)

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5