Unit D Section 3: Energy Transformations

Learning Targets

Big Question: What types of energy transformations occur in various devices?

Electricity is very important in our modern world,. There are a variety of ways to create it, and many more ways to use it once it reaches it's destination

Inquiry Questions

3.1:   What types of energy transformations occur?
3.2:   What are generators ?
3.3:   What puts the move in motors?
3.4:   What is the cost of electricity?
3.5:   How can we prevent energy lossand increase efficiency?

Section 3 Checklist

Read pages 319 to 342 in your textbook
Self-checks at the ends of Lessons 10 to 14
Try It! Energy Skate Park: Basics Practice Worksheet
Try It! Energy Conversions Practice Worksheet
Try It! Electromagnetic Induction Practice Worksheet
Try It! Motors Practice Worksheet
Summative Assessment: Section 3 Quiz

Materials

Addison Wesley Science in Action 9