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 chemical energy into mechanical energy.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or fuel, which can be released during a chemical reaction.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object, which is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye and can be converted into other forms of energy.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, which can be used to power devices and appliances.

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How does a solar panel work?

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A solar panel converts light energy from the sun into electrical energy, which can then be used to power electrical devices.

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What happens in a wind turbine?

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In a wind turbine, mechanical energy from the wind is converted into electrical energy, which can be used for power.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a car engine?

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In a car engine, chemical energy from fuel is transformed into thermal energy through combustion, which is then converted into mechanical energy to move the car.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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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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