Energy Transformations Review

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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 atoms and molecules. It is released or absorbed during a chemical reaction.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It 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. It is produced by the movement of photons.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion. It depends on the mass and velocity of the object.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is a form of energy produced by vibrating sound waves. It travels through air, water, or solids.

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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. It is the energy associated with the motion and position of 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. It can be converted into other forms of energy, such as light or thermal energy.

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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. It has the potential to be converted into kinetic energy.

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How does a candle transform energy?

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A candle transforms chemical energy stored in wax into thermal energy (heat) and light energy when it burns.

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What is the role of a windmill in energy transformation?

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A windmill transforms kinetic energy from wind into mechanical energy, which can then be converted into electrical energy.