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Analyze the electrical circuit diagram with a battery (power source) and a fan (load).

There is an initial change in energy, the chemical energy in the battery (power source) is changed to electric energy. What type of energy changes occur as the electrical energy moves through the circuit?

(2 points)
Responses

Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy

Sound Energy
Sound Energy

Nuclear Energy
Nuclear Energy

Chemical Energy
Chemical Energy
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Answer 1

As the electrical energy moves through the circuit from the battery to the fan, the main type of energy change that occurs is the conversion of electrical energy into thermal and mechanical energy:

1. Thermal Energy: Some of the electrical energy is converted into thermal energy due to resistance in the wires and components of the circuit. This is a common phenomenon in electrical circuits.

2. Mechanical Energy: The fan converts electrical energy into mechanical energy to produce motion.

Given the options available in your question, the most relevant response would be Thermal Energy, as it reflects the energy lost primarily due to resistance in the circuit.

So, the answer is Thermal Energy.