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 converting chemical energy in food to mechanical energy in our bodies.

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What type of energy is associated with motion?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of motion.

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What type of energy is stored in an object due to its position?

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

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What is an example of chemical energy being transformed?

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When you eat food, the chemical energy in the food is transformed into mechanical energy for movement.

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What type of energy does a battery provide?

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A battery provides chemical energy that can be transformed into electrical energy.

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What happens to energy when a flashlight is turned on?

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The energy transformations are: chemical energy (from batteries) to electrical energy to radiant energy (light).

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical Energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object that is used to do work.

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What is an example of electrical energy being transformed?

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When you turn on a light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into radiant energy (light) and thermal energy (heat).

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant Energy is energy that travels in waves, such as light energy from the sun.

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How is sound energy produced?

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Sound energy is produced by vibrating objects, which create waves in the air.