Energy Transfer and Matter Quiz

What happens to cool molecules in the process of convection?

• They rise to the top

• They sink to the bottom

• They evaporate

• They expand

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What happens to warm air in a convection current?

• It sinks

• It rises

• It stays still

• It cools down

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What is the role of heat in convection?

• It cools the molecules

• It causes molecules to move

• It stops molecular movement

• It freezes the molecules

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What happens to the temperature of molecules as they rise in convection?

• It decreases

• It increases

• It remains constant

• It fluctuates

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Which of the following is a common use of solar radiation in homes?

• Heating water

• Cooling air

• Producing coal

• Generating wind

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What is the impact of solar radiation on electricity bills?

• Increases bills

• Decreases bills

• Has no effect

• Doubles bills

Which gas is involved in the burning of wood as shown in the diagram?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Hydrogen

• Helium

What is the role of oxygen in the burning of wood?

• It cools the fire

• It fuels the fire

• It extinguishes the fire

• It turns into water

What type of energy transformation occurs when a tree grows using sunlight?

• Chemical to motion

• Radiant to chemical

• Electrical to thermal

• Chemical to thermal

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What is the primary energy transformation in a car engine?

• Electrical to thermal

• Chemical to motion

• Radiant to chemical

• Chemical to thermal

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