PHYSICS IN EVERYDDAY LIFE REVISION QUIZ 4

If two objects are in two different temperatures, in what direction of heat will flow?

• In all directions simultaneously

• From lower temperature to higher temperature

• From colder to warmer objects

• From object at a lower temperature to object at a higher temperature

When does conduction continue until in the context of temperatures?

• Until objects are at absolute zero

• Until objects reach maximum temperature

• Until object temperatures are equal

• Until objects lose all their heat

In the refrigerator shown, where does the warm air move?

• Move upwards

• Move left side

• Move downwards

•   Move right side

In the refrigerator shown, where does the cool air move?

• Move upwards

• Move left side

• Move downwards

• Move right side

In the study of light, what does VIBGYOR represent?

• A measure of light intensity.

• Different types of light waves.

• The spectrum of colours formed by sunlight.

• Acronyms for light-related scientific principles.

Why does wood feel warmer than metal, when heated?

• Wood retains heat

• Wood conducts heat away better

• Wood reflects heat

• Wood absorbs heat

• Wood generates more heat

What type of motion do atoms exhibit, even in solid objects?

• Rotational motion

• Vibrational motion

• Circular motion

• Linear motion

• Random motion

What property of the liquid inside a thermometer is responsible for temperature measurement?

• Density

• Refractive index

• Conductivity

• Expansion or contraction

• Viscosity

If the below mentioned containers are filled with hot water and placed in a room with air conditioner set to 20℃, which one would have the warmest water after ten minutes?

• Shiny metal container

• Transparent container

• Opaque container

• Black container

• White container

What is the process described as moving energy from one object to another when they are physically touching?

• Convection

• Conduction

• Transmission

• Radiation

• Insulation