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 converting electrical energy into light energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a lamp?

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Electrical energy is transformed into light 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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How is food energy related to muscle movement?

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Food energy is stored as chemical energy in muscles, which is converted to mechanical energy when we move.

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What energy transformation occurs in a battery-operated radio?

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Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then converted into sound energy.

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What happens when gasoline is used in a car?

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Chemical energy in gasoline is transformed into mechanical energy to power the car.

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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.

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How can mechanical energy be converted?

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Mechanical energy can be converted into electrical energy, for example, in a generator.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What is the relationship between electrical energy and light energy in a light bulb?

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