How is gas converted into electricity in a car?

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How is gas converted into electricity in a car?

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Inside the engine compartment of your car is a device called an [alternator](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alternator_(automotive)). This is connected to the main engine by a belt. The alternator converts rotational energy into electricity in the same way that an electrical generator does. It takes this electricity and charges your battery. The rest of your car’s electronics runs off this.

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