Energy Transformation

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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 electrical energy into thermal energy.

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What type of energy is produced when a crock pot is turned on?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy of moving electrons through a conductor, such as a wire.

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What happens to electrical energy in a lamp?

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In a lamp, electrical energy is transformed into radiant energy (light) when the lamp is turned on.

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What type of energy is associated with moving objects?

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

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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How is mechanical energy transferred to electrical energy?

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Mechanical energy can be converted to electrical energy using generators.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a fan?

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When a fan is turned on, electrical energy is transformed into mechanical energy to create airflow.

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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 a medium as vibrations.