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 chemical energy in food into mechanical energy when moving.

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What are the main types of energy?

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The main types of energy include mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, light, and sound energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when rubbing hands together?

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Chemical energy from food is transformed into mechanical energy (movement) and then into thermal energy (heat).

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What type of energy does a television transform electrical energy into?

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A television transforms electrical energy into light, thermal, and sound energy.

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Which device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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A fan transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a microwave oven?

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A microwave oven transforms electrical energy into thermal energy (heat) and light energy, but not solar energy.

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

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A battery causes a flashlight to shine, transforming chemical energy into electrical energy and then into light energy.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter; it is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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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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