Energy Transformations

Energy transformation is the process of changing energy from one form to another, such as from chemical energy to mechanical energy.

Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or fuel.

Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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

Nuclear energy is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom, released during nuclear reactions.

Eolic energy, or wind energy, is the energy obtained from the wind, which can be converted into electrical energy.

An example is digesting an apple, where the body converts the chemical energy in food into mechanical energy for movement.

When you turn on a flashlight, chemical energy from the batteries is transformed into electrical, light, and thermal energy.

An example is a nuclear power plant, which converts nuclear energy into electrical energy.