8th Grade Unit 2 Review

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of moving objects or the energy of moving parts of a machine.

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What type of energy is put into a generator?

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Mechanical energy is the energy input into a generator.

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What does a television convert electricity into?

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A television converts electricity into light, sound, and heat.

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What is a fission reaction?

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A fission reaction is a nuclear reaction in which the nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts, releasing energy.

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What is the energy conversion when burning charcoal to cook food?

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The energy conversion is from chemical energy to thermal energy.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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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 thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is the difference between kinetic and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on position.

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What is a fusion reaction?

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A fusion reaction is a nuclear reaction where two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.