Energy Transformations Flashcard

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work.

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What type of energy is associated with motion?

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Mechanical energy is the energy of motion.

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What are the energy transformations that occur when using a flashlight?

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Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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Which type of energy can be seen by the human eye?

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Light energy is the energy we can see.

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What is NOT true about the transformation of energy when using a television?

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Electrical energy is transformed into mechanical energy.

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What is the primary source of energy for a flashlight?

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The primary source of energy for a flashlight is chemical energy stored in batteries.

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What is the relationship between energy and work?

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Energy is the capacity to perform work; when work is done, energy is transferred.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a battery-powered device?

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In a battery-powered device, chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy.

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What is the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy based on position, while kinetic energy is energy of motion.

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How does a solar panel transform energy?

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A solar panel transforms light energy from the sun into electrical energy.