Energy Transformation

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a piece of wood burns?

Back

Stored chemical energy is released as thermal energy.

Front

What form of energy is produced when a cat's collar bell jingles?

Back

Sound.

Front

What is energy changing from one form to another called?

Back

Energy transformation.

Front

Which type of energy transformation occurs when a flashlight shines?

Back

Chemical → electrical → light.

Front

What is energy?

Back

The ability to do work.

Front

What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of an object in motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

Stored energy based on an object's position or state.

Front

What is an example of mechanical energy?

Back

A moving car.

Front

What type of energy transformation occurs in a battery-powered toy?

Back

Chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Energy that comes from the temperature of matter.