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 mechanical energy to electrical 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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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, often used to power devices.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear reactions, such as fission or fusion.

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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 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.

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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 motion of particles.

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What is an example of mechanical energy transforming into electrical energy?

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A windmill turning converts mechanical energy from wind into electrical energy.

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What is an example of nuclear energy transforming into electrical energy?

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A nuclear power plant converts nuclear energy into electrical energy.

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What is an example of chemical energy transforming into mechanical and thermal energy?

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Digesting an apple converts chemical energy into mechanical energy for movement and thermal energy for body heat.