Exploring Electrical Energy Transformations

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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What happens to electrical energy when it powers a light bulb?

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It is transformed into light energy.

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What is a circuit?

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A circuit is a complete path through which electrical energy can flow.

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What is needed for a circuit to be complete?

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A complete path for electricity is needed.

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What role does a power source play in a circuit?

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A power source provides the electrical energy needed for the circuit to function.

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What is a switch in an electrical circuit?

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A switch is a device that can open or close a circuit.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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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.

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What is an example of electrical energy being transformed into thermal energy?

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A toaster heating bread.

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What is an example of electrical energy being transformed into sound energy?

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A radio playing music.