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 to electrical energy.

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What are the main types of energy?

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The main types of energy include kinetic, potential, thermal, chemical, electrical, and nuclear energy.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food and fuel.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibration of electrically charged particles.

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What is mechanical energy?

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

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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How does a battery work in terms of energy transformation?

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A battery transforms chemical energy into electrical energy, which can then be converted into other forms of energy, like light or sound.

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What happens when you rub your hands together quickly?

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Rubbing your hands together transforms chemical energy from your body into mechanical energy (movement), which then transforms into thermal energy (heat).

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What is an example of energy transformation in a flashlight?

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In a flashlight, chemical energy from the battery is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.