Amplify Science - Energy Conversions - Lesson 1.1-1.4

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What is energy?

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Energy is the ability to do work or cause change.

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What does it mean to convert energy?

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To change one form of energy to another form.

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What is an electrical system?

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An electrical system is a network that delivers electricity from producers to consumers.

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What does it mean to transfer energy?

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To move energy from one place to another.

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What are solar panels?

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Devices that are used to turn the sun's rays into electricity or heat.

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What is a blackout?

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A blackout is a loss of electrical power in a specific area.

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What is the role of wires in an electrical system?

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Wires are used to transfer electrical energy from one place to another.

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What is the sun's role in energy conversion?

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The sun provides solar energy that can be converted into electricity or heat.

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What does it mean for systems to interact?

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It means that different systems can affect each other and work together.

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What is an example of energy conversion?

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Turning sunlight into electricity using solar panels.