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 light energy to chemical energy.

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What is the primary energy source for photosynthesis in plants?

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The primary energy source for photosynthesis is sunlight.

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What is the order of energy transformations in photosynthesis?

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The order of energy transformations in photosynthesis is light energy → chemical energy.

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What type of energy is produced when a battery powers a flashlight?

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The type of energy produced is electrical energy, which is transformed into light energy.

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What happens to energy when a roller coaster cart descends from a height?

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As the roller coaster cart descends, gravitational potential energy is converted into kinetic energy.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position in a gravitational field, typically related to its height.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a light bulb?

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In a light bulb, electrical energy is transformed into light energy and thermal energy.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

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How does energy transfer occur in electrical appliances?

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Energy transfer in electrical appliances occurs when electrical energy is converted into other forms of energy, such as thermal or mechanical 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 fuel.

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