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 from kinetic energy to electrical energy.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is chemical potential energy?

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

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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, often felt as heat.

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What is electromagnetic energy?

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Electromagnetic energy is a form of energy that travels through space as waves, such as light and radio waves.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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What is an example of kinetic to electrical energy transformation?

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A wind turbine converts kinetic energy from wind into electrical energy.

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What is an example of chemical potential to kinetic energy transformation?

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When food is digested, chemical potential energy is transformed into kinetic energy for movement.

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What is an example of chemical potential to electrical energy transformation?

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A battery converts chemical potential energy into electrical energy.