Energy Quiz

What is another name for thermal energy?

• Heat energy

• Mechanical energy

• Sound energy

• Electrical energy

How does thermal energy move?

• From cooler objects to warmer objects

• From solid to liquid

• From liquid to gas

• From warmer objects to cooler objects

Which type of heat transfer occurs between two solids that are touching each other?

• Conduction

• Convection

• Radiation

• Absorption

In which state of matter does convection of heat occur?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Plasma

What is the process by which heat rises upwards and cool liquids or gases sink?

• Conduction

• Convection

• Radiation

• Absorption

What is the primary source of radiation of heat?

• Stoves

• The Sun

• Fire

• Water

What type of energy does a hydroelectric dam convert moving water into?

• Thermal energy

• Sound energy

• Electrical energy

• Light energy

What are the two types of mechanical energy?

• Potential energy and kinetic energy

• Thermal energy and sound energy

• Electrical energy and light energy

• Chemical energy and nuclear energy

What causes sound?

• Vibrations

• Heat

• Light

• Electricity

What is required for sound to move?

• Matter

• Empty space

• Heat

• Electricity