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 chemical energy to mechanical energy.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear fission or fusion, especially when used to generate electricity.

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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 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 mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object, used to do work.

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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 batteries.

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What is an example of energy transformation from nuclear energy to electrical energy?

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A nuclear power plant transforms nuclear energy into electrical energy.

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What device transforms electrical energy into thermal energy and light energy?

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A toaster transforms electrical energy into thermal energy and light energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation from chemical energy to mechanical energy?

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A person running transforms chemical energy from food into mechanical energy.

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Is the energy in a battery chemical or electrical when not connected to any devices?

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The energy in a battery is chemical when not connected to any devices.