Energy Transformations review

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of moving particles.

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In which direction does heat transfer occur?

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Heat transfer always moves from hot to cold.

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What is the order of energy transformations in photosynthesis?

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The correct order is light → chemical.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of energy from one particle of matter to another within an object or between two objects that are in direct contact.

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What energy transformation occurs when a flashlight shines?

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The transformation is chemical → electrical → light.

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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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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact, while convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids.

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What is radiation in terms of energy transfer?

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Radiation is the transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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The law states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.