Energy Transfer- Generation Genius

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What is energy transfer by heat?

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Energy transfer by heat occurs when heat moves from one object to another, like making toast in a toaster.

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What do batteries do?

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Batteries store energy and change it from one form to another.

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What type of energy does a generator convert energy to?

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Generators convert energy to electrical energy.

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Why is the name 'generator' a misnomer?

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Generators don’t actually generate energy; they convert it from one form to another.

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What is energy transfer?

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Energy transfer takes place when energy moves from one place to another.

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Can you give an example of energy transfer?

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An example of energy transfer is riding a bike, where mechanical energy is used.

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What is an example of energy transfer by heat?

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Making toast in a toaster is an example of energy transfer by heat.

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What do power plants do?

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Power plants generate electricity by converting different forms of energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy 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.