Unit 6 Design World

What process is primarily used in the creation of plywood to enhance its strength and durability?

• Compression

• Gluing under pressure

• Soaking in chemicals

• Layering with plastic

When constructing a circuit, which of the following materials would be most effective for ensuring efficient electrical conductivity between components?

• Wood

• Steel

• Silver

• Porcelain

Which term refers to the rate of electricity passing through a circuit?

• Voltage

• Resistance

• Power

• Current

Kai, an architect, is designing a new office building in San Francisco, a city known for its seismic activity. Which component would it be most important for Kai to strengthen in order to allow the building to withstand the additional forces exerted during an earthquake?

• The windows

• The roof

• The foundation

• The doors

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What process involves the conversion of electrical energy into chemical energy?

• During evaporation

• When a battery is charging

• During the digestion of food

• When a battery is discharging

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Which component is essential for the automobile's braking system?

• Alternator

• Radiator

• Brake pads

• Fuel pump

Which type of energy transformation occurs in a solar panel?

• Chemical to electrical

• Electrical to mechanical

• Solar to electrical

• Mechanical to electrical

In the context of seismic design, what is the primary purpose of base isolators?

• To increase the weight of the building

• To absorb and dissipate seismic energy

• To anchor the building more firmly to the ground

• To elevate the building above ground level

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Which material is most commonly used as an insulator in electrical wiring?

• Rubber

• Aluminum

• Copper

• Gold

Which type of renewable energy is primarily derived from the heat of the Earth's interior?

• Wind energy

• Solar energy

• Geothermal energy

• Hydroelectric energy