Forms of Energy and Energy Transformation

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Energy can never be...

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created or destroyed.

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Which type of energy transformation occurs when a flashlight shines?

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chemical → electrical → light

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Which object shows an energy transformation from electrical to mechanical?

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Example: Electric fan.

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Energy associated with heat and temperature is called...

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Thermal energy.

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This is an example of _____________ energy.

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Elastic energy.

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What is the definition of kinetic energy?

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The energy an object has due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a battery-powered toy?

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Chemical → electrical → mechanical.

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What is the definition of thermal energy?

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The total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

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What is an example of gravitational energy?

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A rock at the top of a hill.