Energy Transfers

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What is energy transfer?

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Energy transfer is the process of moving energy from one place to another or changing it from one form to another.

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What are the different forms of energy?

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The main forms of energy include mechanical, thermal, chemical, electrical, and light 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.

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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 chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like atoms and molecules.

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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 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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How does an automobile convert energy?

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An automobile converts chemical energy from gasoline into mechanical energy to move.

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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 an example of electrical to mechanical energy transfer?

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A fan converts electrical energy into mechanical energy to create airflow.