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Energy Transformations

Question 4 • WA-Physical Science B

A number of energy transformations occur when water that is stored behind a dam is changed into electrical energy. For each step listed, identify the energy transformation.

Answer
Lake water flows downward through tunnels.:

potential to kinetic

Flowing water turns turbines.:

kinetic to mechanical

Turbines generate electricity.:

mechanical to electrical

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