Energy Distribution & 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 from mechanical energy to electrical energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object, which is used 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 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 vibration of electrically charged particles.

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What are the three types of heat transfer?

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The three types of heat transfer are conduction, convection, and radiation.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat by the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) due to differences in temperature.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a battery?

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A battery transforms chemical energy into electrical energy to power a flashlight.

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How does a dam generate electricity?

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Water falling through a dam turns a turbine, converting mechanical energy into electrical energy.