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WorksheetsYear 9 Energy part 2
Total questions: 26
Worksheet time: 14mins
Heat transfer is…?
when an object is heated
when an object is moved
A battery is a store of __________ energy.
chemical
thermal
kinetic
electrical
Food is a store of __________ energy.
chemical
thermal
kinetic
electrical
A moving object is a store of ____________ energy
chemical
thermal
kinetic
electrical
A rock at the top of a hill is a store of ___________ energy.
gravitational potential
kinetic potential
elastic potential
A compressed spring is a store of ___________ energy
gravitational potential
elastic potential
kinetic potential
Name two non-renewable energy resources
coal
oil
gas
wind
solar
What are some advantages of biofuels?
cheap
reliable
carbon neutral
can be reused
Name an advantage of wind power?
cheap
no carbon dioxide produced
no noise produced
What are some disadvantages of wind power?
not always produce electricity
expensive
no sound produced
do not produce carbon dioxide
What are some advantages of hydroelectricity?
no carbon dioxide produced
cheap to build
good for environment
Which of the following is an example of a biofuel?
wood
gas
coal
solar
What part of a vacuum flask prevents heat loss by radiation?
plastic coating
plastic cap
vacuum
silver lining
What is the main problem with solar power?
it is cheap
it is big
it is light dependent
it needs water
Choose an advantage of nuclear power.
nuclear plants produce radioactive waste
nuclear plants are cheap to build
nuclear plants do not produce air pollution
nuclear plants pose no safety risk
What is the name for a method of reducing energy transfers by the use of non-conductive materials?
insulation
conduction
convection
radiation
Renewable energy resources produce less_____________ than fossil fuels.
pollution
energy
wind
light
