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 chemical energy to heat energy.

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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 mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is heat energy?

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Heat energy, or thermal energy, is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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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 happens to energy during a chemical reaction?

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During a chemical reaction, energy is transformed from one form to another, often releasing or absorbing heat.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a light bulb?

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In a light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into light energy and heat energy.

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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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How is energy transformed when rubbing hands together?

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When rubbing hands together, chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy and heat energy.