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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 from chemical energy to electrical energy.

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What type of energy does a battery provide to a flashlight?

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A battery provides electrical energy to a flashlight.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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Water falling down a waterfall is an example of kinetic energy.

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What is fission?

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Fission is the process of splitting a heavy atomic nucleus into smaller nuclei, releasing energy, commonly used in nuclear power plants.

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What energy transformation occurs when rubbing hands together?

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The energy transformation is chemical to mechanical to thermal.

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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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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 electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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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.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.