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 converting electrical energy into light energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a lamp is plugged in and working?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light energy.

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What type of energy do plants convert into food?

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Plants convert radiant energy (from sunlight) into chemical energy (in the form of glucose).

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What device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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A fan transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy.

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What are the other names for electromagnetic energy?

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Electromagnetic energy is also known as radiant energy, solar energy, and light energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hairdryer?

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A hairdryer converts electrical energy into thermal energy.

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What is an example of chemical energy?

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Food is an example of chemical energy, as it can be converted into other forms of energy by living organisms.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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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 related to the motion of particles.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves and can be seen as light, such as sunlight.