Grade 7 Physics - Energy from the sun

What do we need to make things move?

• Energy

• Food

• Legs

• Feet

What does it mean when we say something is 'a source of energy'? Pick the best definition.

• It is something which has energy stored in it which can be used.

• By consuming it, it gives us the ability to move.

• Another way of saying source of food.

Which of the following are sources of energy?

• Sun

• Waves

• Wind

• Coal

• All of the options

What does it mean if something is a non-renewable source of energy?

• It cannot be reused

• It cannot be replenished

• There is a limited supply

• None of the above

Which of these are renewable energy sources.

• Coal

• Natural gas

• Sunlight

• Wind

• Crude oil

Which type of renewable energy uses the movement of air to generate electricity?

• Wind

• Sun

• Hydro (water)

• Geothermal (earth)

Coal, natural gas and oil are all examples of _____ (renewable/non-renewable) energy resources.

When they are burned, they release _____ (energy/electricity).

Coal, natural gas and oil are also known as _____ (nuclear fuels/fossil fuels).

Wind and solar energy are examples of (1) _____ (renewable/non-renewable) energy sources because they (2) _____ (can/cannot) be replaced.

Number your answers: (1) ... (2) ...