Hi, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 3 Basic Science & Technology. In our previous lesson, we learned about the Properties of Energy. Today, we’re going to learn about the fascinating concept of Conversion of Energy.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Explain the concept of energy conversion.
- Identify examples where electrical energy is converted to heat energy.
- Show curiosity and interest in how everyday objects convert energy.
- Collaborate with peers in group activities to discuss examples of energy conversion in their environment.
Conversion of Energy
What is Conversion of Energy? Energy conversion is like a magical transformation where energy changes from one form to another. It’s like a chameleon changing colors! Imagine a battery-powered toy car. The battery stores chemical energy, which is then converted into electrical energy. This electrical energy is then transformed into mechanical energy, making the car move.
Some of the common examples of energy conversion include:
- Electric Iron: Converts electrical energy into heat energy to iron clothes.
- Toaster: Turns electrical energy into heat to toast bread.
- Electric Car: Changes electrical energy into mechanical energy to move.
- Flashlight: Converts chemical energy from batteries into light energy.
- Hair Dryer: Transforms electrical energy into heat and kinetic energy to dry hair.
- Burning wood: converts chemical energy to heat and light
- Petrol Generator: Converts chemical energy to mechanical energy then to electrical energy.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about energy conversion, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Can you name two appliances at home that convert electrical energy into heat energy?
- Explain what happens when you turn on a flashlight.
- Describe how a toaster works using the concept of energy conversion.
- Give an example of an object that converts chemical energy into mechanical energy.
- What is the law of conservation of energy?
Conclusions or Summary
Today, we learned that energy can change from one form to another, and this is called energy conversion. We explored several examples of energy conversion in everyday objects. Remember, energy is all around us, and understanding how it changes forms helps us appreciate the world around us.
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