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 chemical energy into mechanical energy.

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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, which is used to do work.

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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 atoms and molecules.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons, often used to power devices.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, related to the kinetic energy of particles.

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What is light energy?

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Light energy is a form of electromagnetic radiation that is visible to the human eye.

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How does a wind turbine work?

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A wind turbine converts the kinetic energy of wind into mechanical energy, which is then transformed into electrical energy.

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What happens when a match is struck?

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When a match is struck, the chemical energy stored in it is transformed into thermal energy and light energy.

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What energy transformation occurs in a flashlight?

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In a flashlight, chemical energy from the batteries is transformed into electrical energy, which is then converted into light energy.

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What is the role of energy transformations in living organisms?

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Living organisms convert chemical energy from food into mechanical energy for movement and other functions.