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 kinetic energy to potential energy.

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What type of energy is associated with motion?

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Kinetic energy is the energy associated with the motion of an object.

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What type of energy is stored in food?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food.

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What type of energy is produced by a moving wind turbine?

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Mechanical energy is produced by the movement of the wind turbine.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a light bulb?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light energy and thermal energy in a light bulb.

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What type of energy is released when a bat strikes a baseball?

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Mechanical energy is released when a bat strikes a baseball.

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What energy transformation occurs when a battery powers a flashlight?

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Chemical energy in the battery is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What type of energy is sound?

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Sound energy is a form of mechanical energy that travels through air or other mediums as vibrations.

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What is an example of chemical energy transformation in the human body?

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When you eat food, chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy for movement.

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What type of energy is associated with the position of an object?

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