Energy: Forms, Transfer, and Transformation for 4th Graders

Question 1

Which of these is **not** a form of energy?

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Gravity

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Light

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Heat

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Sound

Question 2

What type of energy does a moving car possess?

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Mechanical

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Light

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Heat

Question 3

What type of energy is created when you rub your hands together?

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Heat energy

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Light energy

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Electrical energy

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Sound energy

Question 4

How does using less energy to do the same tasks benefit the environment?

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It reduces greenhouse gases that contribute to climate change.

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It conserves natural resources like oil and gas.

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It does not improve air quality.

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It does not protect water quality.

Question 5

When is the potential energy of a roller coaster rider the highest?

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At the top of the first hill

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At the bottom of the first hill

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In the middle of the ride

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At the end of the ride

Question 6

In the past, how did people get and use energy differently than we do today?

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People used wood and water to power machines, while today we use electricity and gas.

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People in the past did not use any energy.

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Energy usage has not changed throughout history.

Question 7

Imagine you want to help your family save energy at home. Suggest two practical actions you could take to reduce your household energy consumption and explain how each action would help.

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Turn off lights when leaving a room and unplug electronics when not in use.

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Use a clothesline instead of a dryer and hang-dry clothes outdoors.

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Keep the thermostat at a constant temperature, regardless of the season.

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Leave windows and doors open to let in fresh air, even during winter.

Question 8

How do we measure the amount of energy an object has? Give examples of energy units used in everyday life.

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By using energy units like joules, calories, or kilowatt-hours

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By measuring the size and weight of the object

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By measuring the temperature of the object

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By measuring the speed of the object

Question 9

Fossil fuels like coal and natural gas are widely used for energy. Why is it important to reduce our dependence on fossil fuels and consider alternative energy sources?

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Burning fossil fuels releases harmful pollutants into the air and contributes to climate change.

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Fossil fuels are a renewable resource that will never run out.

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There are no practical alternatives to fossil fuels for meeting our energy needs.

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Fossil fuels are the most affordable and reliable energy sources available.

Question 10

Imagine a toy car powered by a battery. What happens to the energy in this scenario? Describe how one form of energy changes into another.

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Electrical energy from the battery changes into mechanical energy, making the car move.

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Light energy from the sun changes into electrical energy, powering the car.

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Electrical energy from the battery changes into light energy, illuminating the car.

Question 11

What are some ways to save energy at home without sacrificing comfort?

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Turn off lights when leaving a room; use LED light bulbs; take shorter showers.

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Leave lights on all day; wash clothes daily, even if the load is small.

Question 12

When light interacts with an object, what are the three possible outcomes?

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Absorbed, reflected, and transmitted

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Absorbed and reflected

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Transmitted and reflected

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Absorbed and transmitted

Question 13

How does access to energy impact a country's economic development?

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Reliable and affordable energy access supports economic growth.

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Energy access has no impact on economic growth.

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Economic growth always leads to increased energy use.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a form of energy?

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Love

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Light

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Heat

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Sound

Question 15

How does improving energy efficiency help reduce climate change? Explain the link between energy use, greenhouse gases, and their impact on our planet.

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Using less energy for the same tasks through energy efficiency reduces greenhouse gas emissions.

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Energy efficiency has no effect on climate change because energy is still being used.

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Improving energy efficiency worsens climate change by increasing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

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Energy efficiency only saves money on energy bills and has no environmental benefits.

Question 16

Which form of energy can move through empty space, like from the Sun to Earth?

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Light

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Sound

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Heat

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Chemical

Question 17

What's the difference between heat and temperature?

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Heat is energy, while temperature measures how hot or cold something is.

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Temperature is energy, while heat measures how hot or cold something is.

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Heat and temperature are the same thing.

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Heat is measured in degrees Fahrenheit, while temperature is measured in degrees Celsius.

Question 18

Which one of these shows how sound energy travels?

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A person talking

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A bouncing ball

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A glowing light bulb

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A magnet picking up metal

Question 19

What do we use in houses to keep the heat inside during winter and outside during summer?

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Insulation

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Paint

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Windows

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Fans

Question 20

Which of these devices changes electrical energy into movement?

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Electric motor

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Solar panel

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Battery

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Transformer

Question 21

What do scientists call the force that slows things down?

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Friction

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Gravity

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Inertia

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Magnetism

Question 22

Which of the following is not a form of energy that can be transferred or transformed?

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Water

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Light

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Heat

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Sound

Question 23

Which of these energy sources can be replaced naturally over time?

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Solar energy

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Coal

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Oil

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Natural gas

Question 24

What device changes electrical energy into light energy?

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Bulb

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Battery

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Solar panel

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Generator

Question 25

What happens to the temperature of an object when heat is added to it?

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Increases

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Decreases

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Stays the same

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Varies

Question 26

Which of these materials can absorb sound waves, making a room quieter?

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Carpet

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Concrete

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Metal

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Glass

Question 27

What is the unit used to measure the strength of sound?

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Decibel

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Watt

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Ampere

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Joule

Question 28

Which material can carry both heat and electricity?

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Copper

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Wood

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Plastic

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Water

Question 29

What happens when two sounds with different frequencies combine?

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They create a new sound with a different frequency

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They create a louder sound

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They create a softer sound

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They cancel each other out

Question 30

Which of these choices shows light energy?

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Light from the sun

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Warmth from a fireplace

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Sound from a ringing telephone

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Electricity from a battery

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a source of thermal energy (heat)?

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A fan

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The sun

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A campfire

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A stove

Question 32

Which of these devices uses electrical energy to create movement?

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Fan

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Refrigerator

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Washing machine

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Toaster

Question 33

What type of energy is stored in a stretched elastic band?

Accepted Answer

Elastic potential energy

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Light energy

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Thermal energy

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Kinetic energy

Question 34

Which of these examples shows passive solar energy?

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Using a mirror to reflect sunlight into a room

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Using a solar panel to generate electricity

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Using a solar-powered calculator

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Using a magnifying glass to focus sunlight

Question 35

What is the unit of measurement for energy?

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Joule

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Watt

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Volt

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Ampere

Question 36

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

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Wind

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Fossil fuels

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Coal

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Natural gas

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a form of energy?

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Water

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Light

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Heat

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Sound

Question 38

What is the unit of measurement for energy?

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Joule

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Newton

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Watt

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Celsius

Question 39

Which of the following devices uses electricity as an energy source?

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Toaster

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Bicycle

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Windmill

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Solar panel

Question 40

What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy sources?

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Renewable sources can be replenished naturally, while non-renewable sources cannot

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Renewable sources produce more energy than non-renewable sources

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Renewable sources are more expensive than non-renewable sources

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Non-renewable sources are better for the environment than renewable sources

Question 41

Which of the following is an example of a conductor of electricity?

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Metal

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Wood

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Plastic

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Rubber

Question 42

Which of these is not a form of energy?

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Water

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Light

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Heat

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Sound

Question 43

When you clap your hands, the energy you use is transferred through which type of waves?

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Sound waves

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Light waves

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Heat waves

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Radio waves

Question 44

Which of these can turn electrical energy into light energy?

Accepted Answer

Light bulb

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Battery

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Solar panel

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Magnet

Question 45

What do plants use as their primary energy source?

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Sunlight

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Water

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Air

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Soil

Question 46

Which of these is an example of thermal energy?

Accepted Answer

Body heat

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Moving water

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Sunlight

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Wind

Question 47

What is the function of a solar panel?

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To turn sunlight into electricity

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To turn sunlight into heat

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To turn electricity into sunlight

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To turn heat into sunlight

Question 48

Which material is the best conductor of electricity?

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Metal

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Plastic

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Rubber

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Wood

Question 49

What unit do we use to measure energy?

Accepted Answer

Joule

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Newton

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Celsius

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Meter

Question 50

How does sound energy move?

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Through solids, liquids, and gases

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Only through solids

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Only through liquids

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Only through gases

Question 51

Which of these is NOT a form of energy?

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Water

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Light

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Heat

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Sound

Question 52

When you switch on a light, what kind of energy is changing form?

Accepted Answer

Electrical energy

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Light energy

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Heat energy

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Sound energy

Question 53

Which of these changes electrical energy to light energy?

Accepted Answer

Light bulb

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Battery

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Solar panel

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Magnet

Question 54

What kind of energy is caused when you clap your hands together?

Accepted Answer

Sound energy

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Heat energy

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Light energy

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Electrical energy

Question 55

What is a solar panel used for?

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To change sunlight to electrical energy

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To store heat energy

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To produce sound energy

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To filter water

Question 56

Which of these is **not** a form of energy?

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Speed

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Heat

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Light

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Sound

Question 57

What happens when energy is transferred from one object to another?

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The total amount of energy in the system stays the same.

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The energy is destroyed.

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The total amount of energy in the system decreases.

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The total amount of energy in the system increases.

Question 58

What is the difference between potential and kinetic energy?

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Potential energy is stored energy, while kinetic energy is energy in motion.

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Kinetic energy is stored energy, while potential energy is energy in motion.

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Potential energy and kinetic energy are the same thing.

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Potential energy is the opposite of kinetic energy.

Question 59

Which device converts electrical energy into light energy?

Accepted Answer

Light bulb

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Battery

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Solar panel

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Wind turbine

Question 60

Which of these is a renewable energy source?

Accepted Answer

Wind

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Coal

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Natural gas

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Oil

Question 61

What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

Accepted Answer

Conductors allow electricity to flow through them, while insulators do not.

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Insulators allow electricity to flow through them, while conductors do not.

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Conductors and insulators are the same thing.

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Conductors and insulators are not related.

Question 62

What is the main source of energy for plants?

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Sunlight

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Water

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Soil

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Air

Question 63

When you turn on a flashlight, what kind of energy is being changed?

Accepted Answer

Electrical to light

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Light to electrical

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Heat to sound

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Sound to light

Question 64

Which of these objects can move heat?

Accepted Answer

A metal spoon

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A wooden block

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A piece of paper

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A rubber band