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 from mechanical energy to kinetic energy.

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What is an example of mechanical to kinetic energy transformation?

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A moving car converts mechanical energy from the engine into kinetic energy as it moves.

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What is an example of kinetic to mechanical energy transformation?

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A wind turbine converts kinetic energy from the wind into mechanical energy to generate electricity.

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What is an example of chemical to mechanical energy transformation?

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In a car engine, chemical energy from fuel is transformed into mechanical energy to move the car.

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What is an example of chemical to thermal energy transformation?

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Burning wood in a fireplace transforms chemical energy stored in the wood into thermal energy (heat).

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What is an example of electromagnetic to chemical energy transformation?

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Photosynthesis in plants converts electromagnetic energy from sunlight into chemical energy stored in glucose.

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What is an example of electrical to thermal energy transformation?

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A toaster converts electrical energy into thermal energy to toast bread.

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What is an example of electrical to light energy transformation?

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A light bulb converts electrical energy into light energy to illuminate a room.

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What is an example of kinetic to sound energy transformation?

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When a guitar string is plucked, kinetic energy from the string's movement is transformed into sound energy.

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What is an example of potential to kinetic energy transformation?

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A roller coaster at the top of a hill has potential energy that transforms into kinetic energy as it descends.