Energy Transformations Review

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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 are the main types of energy?

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The main types of energy include kinetic energy, potential energy, thermal energy, chemical energy, electrical energy, and radiant 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 atoms and molecules.

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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 that is used to do work.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, related to the movement of atoms and molecules.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves that travel through a medium such as air or water.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, including light.

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How does a battery transform energy?

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A battery transforms chemical energy into electrical energy when it is connected in a circuit.

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What happens to electrical energy in a light bulb?

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In a light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into light energy and thermal energy.