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 mechanical energy into thermal energy.

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What type of energy is produced when rubbing hands together vigorously?

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Mechanical energy is transformed into thermal energy due to friction.

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What type of energy does a wind turbine generate?

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

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What is the energy transformation that occurs when a flashlight is turned on?

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The energy transformation is chemical energy to electrical energy to light energy.

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What type of energy does the sun emit?

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The sun emits thermal energy and light energy.

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What type of energy is stored in food?

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Food contains chemical energy that can be converted into other forms of energy by the body.

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What is an example of kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, such as a moving car or a flowing river.

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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.

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What is electrical energy?

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