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 main source of energy for green plants?

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The main source of energy for green plants is sunlight.

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What type of energy do plants convert sunlight into?

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Plants convert sunlight into chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis.

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What is the Theory of Conservation of Energy?

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The Theory of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created nor destroyed; it can only be transferred and transformed from one type to another.

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What happens to energy in a closed system?

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In a closed system, the total amount of energy remains constant, even though it may change forms.

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What type of energy is stored in food?

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The energy stored in food is chemical energy.

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What type of energy is present when a slingshot is pulled back?

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When a slingshot is pulled back, it has potential energy.

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What type of energy is released when a flashlight is turned on?

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When a flashlight is turned on, it releases light energy, which is transformed from chemical energy stored in the batteries.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is potential energy?

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