Energy Transformations Guided Notes and Practice

​light that comes from the sun and lightbulbs; used to see and as a power source. - Also referred to as solar energy or light energy

Radiant

​heat that comes from fire, sun, etc. - used to heat objects

Thermal

​comes from outlets and power plants; used to power electrical devices

Electrical

comes from a variety of sources; used most often for communication

Sound

comes from releasing energy from the nucleus of an atom; used in nuclear power plants

Nuclear

​form of energy that is reflected or emitted in the form of electrical and magnetic waves that can travel through space. (cell phones, radio, satellite, etc.)

Electromagnetic

​​Chemical -> Light/thermal/sound

​​Solar -> Electrical

​​Solar -> Chemical

​​Electrical -> Electromagnetic (and light & sound)

​What are some exchanges of energy transfers or conversions?