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Describe the energy transformations that must occur from batteries to the light in remote control. Can you think of any other objects where the same energy transformation occurs?

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Answer:

Pressing the button: Mechanical to electrical

Waste energy from this step: Mechanical to heat

Converting electrical signal to IR: electrical to electromagnetic (infrared rays)

Waste energy from this step: electrical to heat

Chemical energy from battery: chemical to electrical

Step-by-step explanation:

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