Physical science first semester exam 2024

Front

What tool helps you observe something very small?

Back

Microscope

Front

What is the term for the distance from crest to crest or trough to trough in a wave?

Back

Wavelength

Front

What is a tool with two arms that are connected at one end or the middle, used for picking up and holding small objects?

Back

Tongs

Front

If an object travels 10 m in 20 seconds, what is the time taken?

Back

20 seconds

Front

What type of energy conversion occurs when a rock falls from a height?

Back

Gravitational to kinetic

Front

What is the definition of kinetic energy?

Back

The energy an object possesses due to its motion.

Front

What is the definition of potential energy?

Back

The energy stored in an object due to its position or state.

Front

What is the formula for calculating speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time

Front

What is the unit of measurement for force in the International System of Units (SI)?

Back

Newton (N)

Front

What is the principle of conservation of energy?

Back

Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.