Question

Which energy conversion best describes the process of a bomb exploding? a) Chemical energy to thermal energy b) Thermal energy to mechanical energy c) Potential energy to kinetic energy d) Nuclear energy to electrical energy

Answer 1

Answer: The energy conversion that best describes the process of a bomb exploding is:

a) Chemical energy to thermal energy

In a bomb explosion, chemical bonds in the explosive materials are broken, releasing stored chemical energy in the form of heat (thermal energy) and kinetic energy, resulting in the explosion. This process involves a rapid chemical reaction that converts the potential chemical energy stored in the explosive materials into thermal and mechanical energy, causing the explosion.