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 into electrical energy.

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What are the main forms of energy?

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The main forms of energy include kinetic, potential, thermal, chemical, electrical, radiant, and nuclear energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in solar panels?

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Solar panels transform light energy into electrical energy.

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Describe the energy transformation when a cell phone rings.

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The energy transformation is Chemical -> Electrical -> Sound.

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What energy transformation occurs in a toy robot that runs on batteries?

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The energy transformation is Chemical -> Electrical -> Mechanical.

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What energy conversion takes place in a car?

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The energy conversion is Chemical -> Mechanical.

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What two forms of energy are released when wood burns in a fireplace?

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The two forms of energy released are Radiant and Thermal.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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

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How does a battery work in terms of energy transformation?

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A battery transforms chemical energy into electrical energy.