Question

what energy transformation occurs when a skydiver first jumps from a plane?
gravitational potential energy transforms into kinetic energy.
gravitational potential energy transforms into thermal energy
kinetic energy transforms into gravitational potential energy
thermal energy transforms into gravitational potential energy

Explanation:

When a skydiver jumps from a plane, they start at a height with gravitational - potential energy (due to their position in the Earth's gravitational field). As they fall, their height decreases and their speed increases, so gravitational potential energy is converted into kinetic energy (energy of motion).

Answer:

A. Gravitational potential energy transforms into kinetic energy