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 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 during a chemical reaction.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons. It is commonly used to power devices and appliances.

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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 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 radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, including light. It is the energy that travels through space.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a flashlight?

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In a flashlight, chemical energy from batteries is transformed into electrical energy, which is then converted into light and thermal energy.

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How does a car transform energy?

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A car transforms chemical energy from fuel into mechanical energy to move the vehicle.

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What energy transformation occurs in an oven?

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In an oven, electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy to cook food.

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What happens in a hot air balloon when propane gas is used?

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In a hot air balloon, chemical energy from propane is transformed into thermal energy, which then converts to mechanical energy to lift the balloon.