Energy Transformations Review

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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 electrical energy to thermal energy.

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What type of energy does a lamp produce when it is turned on?

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Radiant (Light) Energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a match is struck?

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The chemical energy stored in the match changes to thermal energy and light energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a crock pot is turned on?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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What type of energy is used to cook food in an oven?

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Thermal Energy.

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What is an example of mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object, such as a moving car.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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What is radiant energy?

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

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What happens to electrical energy when it powers a light bulb?

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It is transformed into radiant energy (light) and thermal energy (heat).

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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 atoms and molecules.