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 electrical energy to thermal energy.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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

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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 Light Energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibrations of electrically charged particles.

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What is an example of electrical energy transforming into thermal energy?

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A toaster transforms electrical energy into thermal energy to toast bread.

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What energy transformation occurs in a lamp?

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In a lamp, electrical energy is transformed into light energy.

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What is the energy transformation in a microwave oven?

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In a microwave oven, electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy and light energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a candle?

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In a candle, chemical energy is transformed into thermal energy and light energy when it burns.

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What energy transformation occurs in a windmill?

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In a windmill, kinetic energy from the wind is transformed into mechanical energy.

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What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on position.