Energy Transformations

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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 above the ground.

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At which position does a roller coaster cart have the most gravitational potential energy?

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At the highest point of the track.

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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 electrical energy to thermal energy.

Front

What type of energy transformation occurs when a lamp is turned on?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light and thermal energy.

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Which form of energy is NOT produced by a lamp?

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Chemical energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in an electric hot plate?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a microwave oven?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy and electromagnetic energy.

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Which energy transformation does NOT occur in a microwave oven?

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Solar energy.

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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 electromagnetic energy?

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Electromagnetic energy is a form of energy that travels in waves and includes visible light, radio waves, and microwaves.