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 from chemical energy in food to mechanical energy in movement.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a hawk eats a mouse?

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Chemical energy from the mouse is transformed into mechanical energy for flying.

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What two factors does gravitational potential energy depend on?

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Gravitational potential energy depends on the height and mass of the object.

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Where is maximum kinetic energy found on a rollercoaster?

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Maximum kinetic energy is found at the bottom of a big hill.

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What type of energy is electrical energy in motion?

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Electrical energy in motion is called kinetic electrical energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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How does mass affect gravitational potential energy?

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The greater the mass of an object, the greater its gravitational potential energy at a given height.

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What happens to energy during a rollercoaster ride?

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Energy transforms between potential and kinetic energy as the cart moves up and down hills.

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What is an example of chemical energy?

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Food is an example of chemical energy, which can be transformed into mechanical energy when consumed.

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