Energy Transformations

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What is Mechanical Energy?

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Mechanical Energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object. It can be kinetic (energy of motion) or potential (stored energy).

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What is Potential Chemical Energy?

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Potential Chemical Energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, which can be released during a chemical reaction.

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What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is the transformation of energy when a ball is thrown upwards?

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The transformation is from Kinetic Energy (motion) to Potential Energy (height).

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Can energy be transformed from one form to another?

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Yes, energy can be transformed from one form to another, such as from potential energy to kinetic energy.

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What is Kinetic Energy?

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Kinetic Energy is the energy of an object due to its motion, calculated as 1/2 mv², where m is mass and v is velocity.

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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, such as gravitational potential energy.

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What is an example of Radiant Energy?

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An example of Radiant Energy is sunlight, which is energy that travels in waves.

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What is the difference between Renewable and Non-Renewable Energy?

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Renewable Energy comes from sources that can be replenished naturally, like solar or wind energy, while Non-Renewable Energy comes from sources that can deplete, like fossil fuels.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal Energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to its temperature.

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