energy transformations

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What are the three forms of energy transformation that occur in a circuit with a glowing bulb?

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Chemical → Electrical → Light

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What device is likely being observed if the energy transformations are Electrical → Mechanical → Sound?

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A pencil sharpener plugged into a wall outlet.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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What are the two energy transformations that occur during photosynthesis?

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Radiant → Chemical

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What does it mean when we say energy transformations occur?

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Energy changes from one form to another.

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What type of energy is transferred from the electrical energy of a stove?

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Thermal Energy.

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Define energy transformation.

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The process of changing energy from one form to another.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a toaster?

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Electrical Energy → Thermal Energy → Radiant Energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a hydroelectric power plant?

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Potential Energy → Kinetic Energy → Electrical Energy.

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In a wind turbine, what is the energy transformation that takes place?

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Kinetic Energy (wind) → Mechanical Energy → Electrical Energy.

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What is the primary energy transformation that occurs during combustion in a car engine?

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Chemical Energy → Thermal Energy → Mechanical Energy.

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