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 type of energy does a fan transform electrical energy into?

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Mechanical energy.

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When you plug in a radio, what type of energy transformation occurs?

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Electrical energy is transformed into sound energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a pencil sharpener?

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Electrical energy is transformed into mechanical energy, which then produces sound energy.

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What happens during energy transformations?

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Energy changes from one form to another.

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Which type of energy is NOT produced by a microwave oven?

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Solar energy.

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What is an example of electrical energy being transformed into thermal energy?

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A toaster converting electrical energy into heat to toast bread.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion and position of an object.

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What is sound energy?

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Sound energy is the energy produced by vibrating sound waves.

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What is an example of radiant energy?

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Light energy from the sun.