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 solar energy into electrical energy.

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What type of energy is produced by wind turbines?

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Wind turbines convert eolic (wind) energy into electrical energy.

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How is solar energy transformed?

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Solar energy is transformed into electrical energy using solar panels.

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What happens to electrical energy in a stove?

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In a stove, electrical energy is transformed into thermal (heat) energy.

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What type of energy is produced by burning fuel in a car?

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Burning fuel in a car transforms chemical energy into mechanical energy.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, often felt as heat.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object, enabling it to do work.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, often used to power devices.

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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 food or fuel.

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Can energy be created or destroyed?

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No, energy cannot be created or destroyed; it can only be transformed from one form to another.