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Quiz on Energy and Materials

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 12mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Which one of the following is a type of potential energy?

a)

Mechanical

b)

Movement

c)

Heat

d)

Light

2.

In a home security intruder alarm, which one of the following is the output device?

a)

Pressure pad

b)

Motion sensor

c)

Audible alarm

d)

Proximity switch

3.

What is the definition of a composite material?

a)

A material made from two or more different materials to improve its properties

b)

A material that reacts to changes in the environment

c)

A material that has the ability to repair itself if cracked under stress

d)

A material that is made from only recycled or recyclable materials

4.

Which of the following is not a coated metal?

a)

Anodized aluminium

b)

Chrome plated steel

c)

Stainless steel

d)

Plastic dip-coated mild steel

5.

Discuss why developed and developing countries are moving away from fossil fuels to provide their supply of electricity?

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6.

Explain two positive environmental impacts of using rechargeable batteries over single use batteries?

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7.

Name two smart materials and state the stimuli that trigger reactions.

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8.

Describe two different ways that the functionality of textiles can be improved.

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9.

Which of the following materials is considered a smart material?

a)

Aluminium

b)

Thermochromic pigment

c)

Glass

d)

Concrete

10.

What is the primary characteristic of a smart material?

a)

It is lightweight and durable

b)

It can change its properties in response to external stimuli

c)

It is made from recycled materials

d)

It is resistant to corrosion

11.

Which of the following is a property of thermochromic materials?

a)

They conduct electricity

b)

They change color with temperature changes

c)

They are magnetic

d)

They emit light when heated

12.

Which of the following materials is known for its piezoelectric properties?

a)

Quartz

b)

Glass

c)

Plastic

d)

Wood