Energy Transformations

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What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is an example of energy transformation?

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Chemical energy in food is transformed into thermal energy when we digest it.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a hairdryer?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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Define mechanical energy.

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Mechanical energy is the sum of kinetic and potential energy in an object.

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What energy transformation occurs when a lamp is turned on?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What is potential energy?

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

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Give an example of thermal energy transformation.

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When wood burns, chemical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on position.

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What happens to energy in a closed system?

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Energy is conserved; it can change forms but cannot be lost or gained.

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