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 electrical energy to thermal energy.

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What type of energy is transformed in a microwave oven?

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In a microwave oven, electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy (heat) and light energy.

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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What is thermal energy also known as?

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Thermal energy is also known as heat.

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Give an example of energy transformation from chemical energy to electrical energy.

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A battery causes a flashlight to shine, transforming chemical energy into electrical energy.

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What happens during energy transformations?

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During energy transformations, energy changes from one form to another, such as from kinetic energy to potential energy.

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What is an example of energy transformation in nature?

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Photosynthesis is an example where light energy is transformed into chemical energy in plants.

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What type of energy does a candle produce when it burns?

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A candle produces thermal energy (heat) and light energy when it burns.

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What is mechanical energy?

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Mechanical energy is the sum of potential energy and kinetic energy in an object.

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What is an example of energy transformation in a car?

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In a car, chemical energy from fuel is transformed into mechanical energy to move the car.