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 electrical 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 food or batteries.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels in waves and can be seen as light, such as sunlight or light from a lamp.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, commonly 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 and kinetic energy in an object, used to do work.

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What happens when you plug in a lamp?

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When you plug in a lamp, electrical energy is transformed into radiant energy, producing light.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a battery?

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A battery transforms chemical energy into electrical energy to power devices like flashlights.

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What energy transformation occurs in a fan?

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A fan transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy to create airflow.

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What energy transformation occurs when using a blender?

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Using a blender transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy to mix ingredients.