Energy transformation

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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 kinetic energy in motion.

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What type of energy is stored in food?

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Chemical potential energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, which an object possesses due to its movement.

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What type of energy is associated with heat?

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Thermal energy.

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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 does a cactus perform energy transformation?

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A cactus transforms radiant energy from sunlight into chemical energy through photosynthesis.

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What is an example of chemical energy transforming into thermal energy?

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When wood burns in a fire, the chemical energy stored in the wood is transformed into thermal energy (heat).

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What type of energy can be felt through waves from a fire?

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Thermal energy can be felt through the heat waves emitted by a fire.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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A moving car or a running animal is an example of kinetic energy.

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What is the main source of radiant energy on Earth?

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The sun is the main source of radiant energy on Earth.

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