Energy & 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.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a chameleon catching an insect?

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Chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy when a chameleon launches its tongue.

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What type of energy does a stove convert electrical energy into?

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A stove converts electrical energy into thermal energy.

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Which device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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A fan transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy.

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What energy transformations occur in a lamp that glows when plugged in?

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The energy transformations are electrical energy → thermal energy → light energy.

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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 of an object due to its position or state.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.