Energy Transformation

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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 chemical energy to mechanical energy.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a hawk eats a mouse and then uses that energy to fly?

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Chemical to mechanical energy.

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What type of energy does a lamp convert when it is turned on?

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Electrical energy is transformed into radiant energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a battery-powered flashlight?

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Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What type of energy is given off when a cell phone rings?

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Sound energy.

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What type of energy is stored in a battery?

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Chemical energy.

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What is radiant energy?

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Radiant energy is the energy of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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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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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like food or batteries.

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What is an example of energy transformation in nature?

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Photosynthesis, where plants convert solar energy into chemical energy.