Energy Transformations

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What is the process of changing energy from one form to another?

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Transformation

Front

What type of energy is associated with moving parts?

Back

Mechanical energy

Front

What is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds called?

Back

Potential chemical energy

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What does the law of conservation of energy state?

Back

Energy can neither be destroyed nor created; it can only change forms.

Front

Which equation represents the law of conservation of energy?

Back

Energy in = energy out

Front

What type of energy is caused by the fusion or fission of atomic nuclei?

Back

Nuclear energy

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What is kinetic energy?

Back

The energy of an object due to its motion.

Front

What is potential energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is an example of mechanical energy?

Back

A moving car or a spinning wheel.

Front

What is an example of chemical energy?

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Energy stored in food or batteries.