Exploring the World of Energy

What is energy according to the classical definition?

• The ability to transform light

• The ability to destroy matter

• The ability to do work

• The ability to create matter

According to the law of conservation of energy, energy can be:

• Created and destroyed

• Created but not destroyed

• Only transformed

• Only wasted

Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?

• Coal

• Petroleum

• Natural gas

• Solar energy

How is solar energy converted for our use?

• Using solar panels

• Through combustion

• Through filtration

• By cooling

What does wind energy utilize to generate electricity?

• Solar panels

• Wind turbines

• Water wheels

• Geothermal plants

Biomass energy comes from:

• The ocean

• The sun

• The wind

• Plants and animals

What is a characteristic of non-renewable energy sources?

• They have no impact on the environment

• They are sustainable

• They can be naturally refilled

• They can run out of supply

Why is it important to use renewable energy sources?

• To increase pollution

• To use up all natural resources

• To reduce carbon dioxide emissions

• To make energy expensive

What ancient Greek word is 'energy' derived from?

• Inertia

• Dynamis

• Energeia

• Kinesis

Who created the word that 'energy' is derived from?

• Plato

• Einstein

• Socrates

• Aristotle