**Energy Transformation EOL

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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 thermal 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 atoms and molecules.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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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.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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

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What happens when propane burns in a grill?

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When propane burns, it transforms chemical energy into thermal energy, producing heat for cooking.

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What energy transformation occurs when you turn on a lamp?

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When you turn on a lamp, electrical energy is transformed into light and thermal energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a coal-burning power plant?

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In a coal-burning power plant, chemical energy from coal is transformed into thermal energy, which is then converted into electrical energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a car?

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In a car, chemical energy from gasoline is transformed into mechanical energy to move the car and thermal energy as heat.