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 from chemical energy to electrical energy.

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What is Sound Energy?

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Sound Energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves, which can be heard when they reach our ears.

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What is Solar Energy?

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Solar Energy is the energy from the sun that can be converted into other forms of energy, such as electrical energy.

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What is Electrical Energy?

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Electrical Energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, which can be used to power devices.

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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 or fuel.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal Energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, often felt as heat.

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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, used to do work.

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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 batteries is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What happens to energy in a toaster?

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In a toaster, electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy to toast the bread.

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What is an example of chemical to mechanical energy transformation?

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When a hawk eats a mouse, it transforms chemical energy from the food into mechanical energy to fly.