A train slows down on applying brakes. Which of the following depicts the energy transformation that takes place?

Heat into Kinetic energy

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Potential energy into heat

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Kinetic energy into heat

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Heat into potential energy

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Solution

The correct option is C
Kinetic energy into heat

A train possesses kinetic energy while it is in motion. When brakes are applied, frictional force is generated between the wheels and the track. This slows down the train by converting its kinetic energy into heat energy.

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