Energy Transformations

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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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.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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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 is an example of energy transformation in a flashlight?

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

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What type of energy do roller coasters have at the top of a hill?

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At the top of a hill, roller coasters have maximum potential energy.

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What type of energy do roller coasters have at the bottom of a hill?

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At the bottom of a hill, roller coasters have maximum kinetic energy.

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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.

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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 mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.