Thermal Energy Quiz

What is the study of the relationships between thermal energy, heat, and work called?

• Thermodynamics

• Heat engine

• Mechanical energy

• Solar collector

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Which law of thermodynamics states that energy spontaneously spreads from regions of higher concentration to regions of lower concentration?

• First law of thermodynamics

• Second law of thermodynamics

• Internal combustion engine

• Thermal conductor

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What is the device called that converts some thermal energy into mechanical energy?

• Heat engine

• Solar panel

• Refrigerator

• Heat pump

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Which type of heating system transfers thermal energy from a cooler region to a warmer region?

• solar panel

• refrigerator

• internal combustion engine

• thermal conductor

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In which device is fuel burned inside chambers called cylinders?

• Internal combustion engine

• External combustion engine

• heat pump

• air conditioner

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During which phase of a four-stroke engine are waste gases removed?

• Thermal conductor

• Internal combustion engine

• Refrigerator

• Exhaust stroke

Which type of heating system is illustrated below?

• radiator

• forced air

• electric

• solar

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Which does not directly play a role in converting the motion of the pistons into rotation of the wheels?

• Crankshaft

• Transmission

• Coolant

• Differential

What is the sum of the potential energy and kinetic energy in a system of objects called?

• Mechanical energy

• Solar collector

• Thermal energy

• Heat engine

What is the most common type of heating system used in the United States?

• Radiator

• Electric

• Solar

• Forced air