Energy Transformations

Since energy cannot be created or destroyed, the total amount of energy in a system stays the same. This is called

• The Law of Conservation of Matter

• The Law of Relativity

• The Law of Conservation of Energy

• Newton's Law

Which of the following would best demonstrate energy being transformed from electrical energy to thermal energy?

• flashlight

• toaster

• wind turbine

• cell phone

At which point does the girl have the most potential energy?

• Point A

• Point B

Splitting of an atomic nucleus to produce energy is called -

• Fission

• Fusion

• Radiation

• Reaction

Select ALL the forms of energy you see in this picture.

• Chemical

• Nuclear

• Electrical

• Radiant

• Mechanical

The best energy transformation diagram for a solar panel would be -

• Nuclear energy --> Radiant energy

• Radiant energy --> Chemical energy

• Nuclear energy --> Electrical energy

• Radiant energy --> Electrical energy

Which subatomic particle are located in the nucleus of an atom? Choose ALL that apply.

• Protons

• Electrons

• Neutrons

Which subatomic particles are split apart or fused together when nuclear energy is produced? Choose ALL that apply.

• Protons

• Electrons

• Neutrons

The best energy transformation diagram for this process is -

• Nuclear energy --> Chemical energy

• Radiant energy --> Chemical energy

• Radiant energy --> Thermal energy

• Nuclear energy --> Thermal energy

In a windmill, what type of energy is transformed into electrical energy?

• Thermal

• Electrical

• Mechanical

• Radiant