Week 2 STEM Vocab

What is the process of burning something to produce heat or energy called?

• Photosynthesis

• Combustion

• Evaporation

• Condensation

Which term refers to technology that helps people with disabilities perform tasks?

• Assistive

• Destructive

• Combustive

• Instructive

What is a device that converts chemical energy into electrical energy through a chemical reaction?

• Solar Panel

• Wind Turbine

• Fuel Cell

• Battery

Who is a professional that uses chemistry to solve problems related to the production or use of chemicals?

• Mechanical Engineer

• Electrical Engineer

• Chemical Engineer

• Civil Engineer

What type of energy is associated with the movement of electrons?

• Thermal Energy

• Nuclear Energy

• Electrical Energy

• Sound Energy

What type of energy is related to the motion or position of an object?

• Chemical Energy

• Mechanical Energy

• Light Energy

• Thermal Energy

What are resources called that can be replenished naturally over time?

• Nonrenewable Resources

• Renewable Resources

• Fossil Fuels

• Mineral Resources

What is a company that provides electricity to homes and businesses called?

• Water Utility

• Gas Utility

• Electric Utility

• Internet Provider

What are devices that convert sunlight directly into electricity?

• Photovoltaic Cells

• Wind Turbines

• Hydroelectric Dams

• Geothermal Plants

What is organic material used as a renewable energy source called?

• Biomass

• Fossil Fuel

• Metal Ore

• Plastic