Energy Types & Transformations

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A stretched out rubber band has ________ energy.

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Potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state.

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When a firecracker explodes, stored chemical energy turns into sound and light energy. What other type of energy is released?

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

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A burning fire produces ___________ and ___________ energy.

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Thermal and Radiant energy are produced from combustion.

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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 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 stored energy based on an object's position.

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What is Thermal Energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the heat of an object.

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What is Radiant Energy?

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Radiant energy is energy that travels by waves or particles, particularly electromagnetic radiation such as light.

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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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How does energy transform from Mechanical to Electrical?

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Mechanical energy can be transformed into electrical energy using generators.