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 electrical energy to thermal energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a toaster?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy and light 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 when a lamp is functioning?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light energy.

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What is the result of electrical energy being transferred to thermal energy?

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The result is heat, which can be felt when using devices like toasters or heaters.

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What type of energy does a microwave oven transform electrical energy into?

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A microwave oven transforms electrical energy into thermal energy and light energy.

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Which energy transformation does NOT occur in a microwave oven?

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Solar energy transformation does NOT occur in a microwave oven.

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What is an example of electrical energy being transformed into light energy?

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An example is a light bulb, which converts electrical energy into light energy.

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What happens to electrical energy in a fan?

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In a fan, electrical energy is transformed into mechanical energy to create movement.

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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.