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 is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy can never be created nor destroyed; it can only change its form from one type to another.

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What type of energy is produced when a light bulb is turned on?

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When a light bulb is turned on, electrical energy is transformed into light energy and thermal energy.

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What is an example of solar energy being transformed?

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An example of solar energy being transformed is a plant making sugar during photosynthesis.

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What happens to electrical energy when it heats a stove?

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When electrical energy heats a stove, it is transformed into thermal energy.

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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, which is used to do work.

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How does a solar panel work?

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A solar panel converts solar energy into electrical energy through photovoltaic cells.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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What is an example of chemical energy being transformed into mechanical energy?

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An example is when food is consumed and converted into energy for muscle movement.

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What is Light Energy?

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Light energy is a form of energy that is visible to the human eye and is produced by the vibration of electrically charged particles.