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

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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 is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like atoms and molecules.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the internal energy present in a system due to its temperature, which is the total kinetic energy of its particles.

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What happens during the energy transformation in a wind turbine?

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In a wind turbine, mechanical energy from the wind is transformed into electrical energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hair dryer?

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A hair dryer transforms electrical energy into heat and mechanical energy to blow air.

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What is the role of a battery in a circuit?

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A battery provides chemical energy that is transformed into electrical energy when the circuit is closed.

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What is an example of chemical to thermal energy transformation?

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When propane gas is burned, chemical energy is transformed into thermal energy, which can then be used to do work.

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What is the significance of energy transformations in everyday appliances?

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Energy transformations allow appliances to perform work, such as drying clothes or powering devices.

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