Energy Transformations

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What are energy transformations?

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Energy transformations occur when energy changes from one form to another.

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What energy conversion happens when using a hair dryer?

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Electrical energy is converted to thermal energy.

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Which appliance turns electrical energy into thermal energy?

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A space heater.

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What device transforms electrical energy into mechanical energy?

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A fan.

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What shows an energy transformation from chemical energy to radiant energy?

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A battery causes a flashlight to shine.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons.

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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.

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What is radiant energy?

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