Energy Conversions-Benchmark-Amplify

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Two bowling balls are rolling down two bowling lanes. The white ball is traveling at the speed of 14 miles per hour. The black ball is traveling 12 miles per hour. Which statement explains the energy demonstrated in this example?

Back

The white ball has more energy than the black ball.

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How does wind power lights in Jasmine's school?

Back

Motion energy is converted into electrical energy.

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How is energy transferred in a solar cooker?

Back

Heat energy moves from the dark bowl to the food.

Front

Explain your reasoning for choosing your answer above.

Back

This design cooked the food in the least amount of time, despite the small cost.

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The image shows a blender mixing ingredients for a milkshake. Which of the following best explains the energy in this example?

• Electrical energy is transferred from the surrounding air.
• Electrical energy is transferred to the motion energy.
• Motion energy is transferred to the light energy.
• Motion energy is created as it transfers to the electrical energy.

Back

Electrical energy is transferred to the motion energy.

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What steps should Sonya and Sasha take first to find the most effective solution for designing a solar powered light that lasts the longest?

Back

Test different designs and choose the design that works the best.

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A town relies on water from a dam nearby to provide electricity. Explain the energy in this example.

Back

Motion energy from the water is transformed into electrical energy.

Front

How does a lamp use energy when plugged in and powered on?

Back

Electrical energy is converted to light and heat energy.

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How was the sound produced when a book hits the floor?

Back

Energy of motion from the falling book was transferred to the floor, which caused a sound to be produced.

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Gina and Jordan want to make food for a few guests using a solar cooker. They will use their knowledge about energy transfer and changes in types of energy to make sure the cooker works. Are you ready?

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Yes, I love science! I'm ready for the challenge!