Energy Transformations FLASHCARD

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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 from chemical energy to electrical energy.

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What energy transformation occurs when a flashlight is turned on?

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Chemical energy → electrical energy → light energy.

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What kind of energy change occurs when a candle is burning?

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Chemical energy → radiant energy.

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What is hydroelectric energy?

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Hydroelectric energy is electrical energy created by the force of moving water.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy stored in the nucleus of an atom, also known as atomic energy.

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What is the definition of energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves, such as light.

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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 batteries.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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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.