Question

Consider the energy transfers and transformations that occur when a person rides a bicycle. Describe this process by selecting the correct options from the drop-down menus.

Chemical energy is transformed into
energy in the person’s muscles.

Kinetic energy is
from the person’s legs to the pedals.

Kinetic energy is
thermal energy due to friction when the wheels get warm.

Answer 1

Chemical energy is transformed into mechanical energy in the person’s muscles.

Kinetic energy is transferred from the person’s legs to the pedals.

Kinetic energy is transformed into thermal energy due to friction when the wheels get warm.