Dragon Day #3: Energy Review

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What is energy conversion?

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Energy conversion is the process of changing energy from one form to another, such as converting chemical energy in gasoline to mechanical energy in a car.

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What type of energy do we receive from the Sun?

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We receive light (radiant) energy and heat energy from the Sun.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. It is the energy an object possesses due to its movement.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the energy stored in an object due to its position or condition, such as an apple hanging on a tree.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the energy of moving particles within an object.

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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.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object that is used to do work.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is an example of energy conversion in a car?

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An example of energy conversion in a car is the transformation of chemical energy from gasoline into mechanical energy that moves the car.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, including light energy from the Sun.