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 thermal energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a candle burns?

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Chemical energy is transformed into thermal and light energy.

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What happens to electrical energy in a microwave oven?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy and light energy.

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What is the relationship between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy can be transformed into kinetic energy when an object is in motion.

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What type of energy is transferred when a toaster is used?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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What is an example of chemical energy being converted into thermal energy?

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Burning wood in a fireplace.

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What happens to chemical energy in our bodies?

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It is usually converted into other types of energy to perform various functions.

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What type of energy is NOT produced by a microwave oven?

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Solar energy.

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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 kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.