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 kinetic to potential energy.

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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 thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, which is the total kinetic energy of particles 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 atoms and molecules.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion, depending on its mass and speed.

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What is electrical energy?

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Electrical energy is the energy caused by the movement of electrons through a conductor.

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What is an example of radiant energy to thermal energy transformation?

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A greenhouse, where sunlight (radiant energy) warms the plants and air inside.

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What type of energy is transferred when a lion eats a gazelle?

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Chemical energy is transferred from the gazelle to the lion.

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What device converts radiant energy to electrical energy?

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A solar calculator converts sunlight (radiant energy) into electrical energy.

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What is an example of a machine that converts electrical energy into kinetic and sound energy?

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An electric toothbrush converts electrical energy into kinetic energy (movement) and sound energy (noise).