Energy Study Quiz
This is a review quiz for energy. It covers NY standards P4.4
- 1.
Energy can be in the form of
- A.
Radiant energy
- B.
Thermal energy
- C.
Chemical energy
- D.
Electrical energy
- E.
All of the above
Correct Answer
E. All of the aboveExplanation
Radiant energy is another word for light energy. Thermal energy is another word for heat energy. If you got this incorrect be sure that you know the seven forms of energy and examples of each.Rate this question:
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- 2.
The law of conservation of energy states that...
- A.
Energy can be created and destroyed if you have a powerful reaction.
- B.
All energy comes from the sun
- C.
Energy cannot be created nor destroyed.
- D.
In every energy transformation energy is lost as heat.
Correct Answer
C. Energy cannot be created nor destroyed.Explanation
Almost all of our energy can be traced back to the sun, and in every energy transformation energy is lost as heat BUT this is not what the law of conservation of energy states. It states that energy cannot be created nor destroyed.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which energy resource is renewable?
- A.
Oil
- B.
Gas
- C.
Coal
- D.
Geothermal
Correct Answer
D. GeothermalExplanation
Oil, gas and coal are fossil fuels. Fossil fuels are the remains of ancient dead plants and animals. They take millions of years to make.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What name is given to the energy of a moving object? E.g. A Car.
- A.
Thermal Energy
- B.
Kinetic Energy
- C.
Potential Energy
- D.
Nuclear Energy
- E.
Radiant Energy
Correct Answer
B. Kinetic Energy -
- 5.
A television set changes electrical energy to sound and light energy. In this process, some energy is
- A.
Created
- B.
Destroyed
- C.
Changed to matter
- D.
Changed to heat
Correct Answer
D. Changed to heatExplanation
Every time energy is transformed it looses some energy as heat. TVs get hot when they are used for a long time.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which of the following is a conversion from chemical energy to thermal energy?
- A.
Coal is burned to boil water
- B.
Food is digested and used to regulate body temperature.
- C.
Charcoal is burned in a barbecue pit
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 7.
As you toss a ball into the air, as soon as the ball leaves your hand, ___ energy is present.
- A.
Thermal
- B.
Kinetic
- C.
Potential
- D.
Radiant
Correct Answer
B. KineticExplanation
When the ball leaves your hand it is moving. The energy of movement is kinetic energy.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What two factors determine how much kinetic energy an object has?
- A.
Position and mass
- B.
Speed and position
- C.
Speed and surface area
- D.
Speed and mass
Correct Answer
D. Speed and massExplanation
The equation for kinetic energy involves speed and mass. It is KE = m(v^2)/2.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which of the following is the best example of increasing an object's potential energy?
- A.
Rolling a bowling ball
- B.
Turning on a light bulb
- C.
Stretching a rubber band
- D.
Dropping a pencil
Correct Answer
C. Stretching a rubber bandExplanation
A and D are examples of kinetic energy because it is moving. B is an example of how electrical energy is transformed into light or radiant energy. B is correct because the rubber band has more stored or potential energy.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Energy transformations that involve chemical changes also produce ___________.
- A.
Ions
- B.
Heat
- C.
Explosions
- D.
Static electricity
Correct Answer
B. HeatExplanation
In every energy transformation or change HEAT is released.Rate this question:
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- 11.
A stone is dropped from the top of a cliff. How does the energy of the stone change as it falls from the top of the cliff to the ground below?
- A.
Kinetic Energy of the stone transforms to potential energy.
- B.
Kinetic energy of the stone is dissipated as heat.
- C.
Potential energy of the stone transforms to kinetic energy.
- D.
There is no change is potential energy.
- E.
There is no change in kinetic energy.
Correct Answer
C. Potential energy of the stone transforms to kinetic energy. -
- 12.
Where is the potential energy the greatest?
- A.
At the dip two cars past the red arrow
- B.
At the top of the hill before the red arrow.
- C.
There is no example of potential energy.
- D.
As the car is moving up the hill 3 cars past the red arrow.
Correct Answer
B. At the top of the hill before the red arrow.Explanation
Potential energy is determined by height and weight. It is stored energy. Right before the red arrow the cart is at the highest point of the roller coaster. Therefore it is where the cart has the most potential energy.Rate this question:
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- 13.
According to the law of conservation of energy, in theory, a bouncy ball should never stop bouncing. However, we know that it eventually stops. Where does the energy go?
- A.
Some gets converted into sound energy and escapes into the surroundings.
- B.
Some gets converted into thermal energy and escapes into the surroundings.
- C.
Both a and b
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Both a and b -
- 14.
Considering how the United States uses energy, which of the following are true. (You may pick more than one)
- A.
New more reliable energy sources must be developed to meet our energy needs
- B.
Fossil fuels are sufficient to power the planet for a long time
- C.
We can continue to consume resources at our current rate without any effect on society
- D.
The use of fossil fuels is damaging to the environment
Correct Answer(s)
A. New more reliable energy sources must be developed to meet our energy needs
D. The use of fossil fuels is damaging to the environment -
- 15.
Which of the following is not considered as a renewable energy source? (You may choose more than one answer)
- A.
Coal
- B.
Natural Gas
- C.
Geothermal Energy
- D.
Uranium
- E.
Oil
Correct Answer(s)
A. Coal
B. Natural Gas
D. Uranium
E. Oil -
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