23-24 History of Energy Video Quizizz

What was one of the earliest uses of fire by humans?

• Lighting homes

• Cooking food

• Fueling cars

• Powering machines

What significant technological advancement was made with the creation of kilns?

• Production of steel

• Invention of the lightbulb

• Creation of pottery

• Development of steam engines

Which two metals are combined to create bronze?

• Iron and steel

• Gold and copper

• Aluminum and silver

• Copper and tin

What was a major use of water wheels in ancient times?

• Powering locomotives

• Fueling cars

• Generating electricity

• Irrigating farmland

What energy source became crucial during the Industrial Revolution?

• Wind energy

• Coal

• Hydroelectric power

• Solar power

Which innovation replaced coal-powered steam engines?

• Oil-powered internal combustion engines

• Electric motors

• Nuclear reactors

• Natural gas turbines

What was a significant outcome of using oil-powered ships in World War I?

• Reduced fuel consumption

• Enhanced submarine capabilities

• Decreased military spending

• Increased speed and maneuverability

What does the equation E=mc^2 represent?

• The relationship between energy and mass

• The speed of light

• The theory of relativity

• The conversion of mass to velocity

What was a direct application of nuclear energy after World War II?

• Electricity generation

• Weapon development

• Space exploration

• Automobile power

What is a modern challenge associated with energy use?

• Increasing food production

• Reducing manual labor

• Enhancing digital communication

• Managing climate change