Energy Transformations 6

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What are the main forms of energy?

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The main forms of energy include kinetic energy, potential energy, thermal energy, chemical energy, electrical energy, and nuclear energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a battery-operated radio?

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The energy transformation in a battery-operated radio is chemical energy to electrical energy to sound energy.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height.

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When does a swing have potential energy?

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A swing has potential energy when it is sitting still at the highest point of its swing.

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What device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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A fan transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, depending on its mass and speed.

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How can energy be transformed from one form to another?

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Energy can be transformed through various processes, such as chemical reactions, mechanical work, and electrical circuits.

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What happens to energy during a roller coaster ride?

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During a roller coaster ride, energy transforms between potential energy and kinetic energy as the cart moves up and down.

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What is an example of thermal energy?

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An example of thermal energy is the heat produced by a stove when cooking food.