A device which transfers one form of energy into another is called a transducer.
Energy is normally wasted as heat and sound.
Wasted energy dissipates into the surroundings.
Dissipated energy cannot be re-used.
Question 7
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Which type of heat energy transfer only takes place in fluids and involves warmer, less dense regions of fluid moving upwards and being replaced by colder, sinking fluids?
Answer
Conduction
Convection
Radiation
Question 8
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All types of energy require particles to be transferred.
Answer
True
False
Question 9
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Which of these loses energy more quickly?
Answer
A bright, shiny surface
A dull, black surface
Question 10
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Which features of a vacuum flask prevent heat loss by conduction?
Answer
A thin vacuum between the walls
Silvered walls
Cork or plastic stopper
Question 11
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Find the work done by a car driving at a force of 500N 200m down a road.
Answer
1000J
5000J
700J
300J
Question 12
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What is power?
Answer
Power is the rate of doing work.
Power = work done x time taken
Power = work done/time taken
Question 13
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How fast does a stone weighing 4kg fall from a height of 200m?