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 electrical energy into light energy.

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What type of energy is associated with the motion of objects?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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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, such as an object held at a height.

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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 associated with the motion of particles.

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What type of energy do plants convert from sunlight?

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Plants convert light energy from the sun into chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis.

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How can you increase the potential energy of an object?

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You can increase the potential energy of an object by raising it to a higher position.

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What is the relationship between kinetic energy and speed?

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Kinetic energy increases with the square of the speed of an object; as speed increases, kinetic energy increases.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a light bulb?

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

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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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What type of energy is stored in food?

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Chemical energy is stored in food and is released when the food is consumed and metabolized.

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