Switch Energy

Which types of energy will likely be required to replace coal in our energy future? (check all that apply)

• increase in natural gas

• increase in nuclear power

• increase in renewables (solar, wind, geothermal)

• increase in petroleum use

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What is the primary function of a switch in an electrical circuit?

• To increase the voltage

• To decrease the current

• To open or close the circuit

• To store electrical energy

Which type of energy transformation occurs when a switch is turned on in a light bulb circuit?

• Chemical to electrical

• Electrical to light

• Mechanical to thermal

• Nuclear to electrical

In a simple circuit with a battery, switch, and bulb, what happens to the bulb when the switch is closed?

• The bulb turns off

• The bulb turns on

• The bulb flickers

• The bulb explodes

What is the role of a switch in conserving energy in household appliances?

• It increases energy consumption

• It prevents energy loss by controlling the flow

• It generates energy

• It converts energy to heat

Which of the following best describes a double-pole switch?

• Controls one circuit

• Controls two circuits simultaneously

• Increases voltage in a circuit

• Decreases resistance in a circuit

How does a dimmer switch save energy compared to a regular switch?

• By increasing current flow

• By reducing voltage

• By adjusting the resistance to control brightness

• By converting electrical energy to sound

What type of energy is primarily involved when a switch is used to operate a fan?

• Thermal energy

• Kinetic energy

• Potential energy

• Nuclear energy

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In a circuit diagram, what symbol is typically used to represent a switch?

• A circle

• A triangle

• A line with a break

• A square

Which of the following is a real-world application of a switch in energy management systems?

• Increasing energy production

• Controlling energy distribution

• Storing energy

• Converting energy to mass

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