Energy transfers and 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 electrical energy to thermal energy.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or condition.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

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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 particles.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy associated with the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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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 fuel.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object that is used to do work.

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How does a lamp transform energy?

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A lamp transforms electrical energy into radiant (light) and thermal (heat) energy.

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What happens when you rub your hands together?

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Rubbing your hands together transforms kinetic energy into thermal energy, warming your hands.