Magnetism and Electricity

What are renewable resources?

• Resources that can replenish themselves over time

• Resources that cannot be replaced

• Resources that are always man-made

• Resources that are only found underground

Which of the following is an example of a nonrenewable resource?

• Sunlight

• Wind

• Coal

• Water

What is a characteristic of nonrenewable resources?

• They can be replaced quickly

• They take millions of years to form

• They are always available

• They are never used for energy

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

• Natural gas

• Petroleum

• Wind energy

• Coal

How does energy use affect the environment?

• It has no effect

• It only benefits the environment

• It can cause air and water pollution

• It always improves wildlife habitats

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What is one way to conserve energy at home?

• Leaving lights on all the time

• Taking shorter hot showers

• Using more electronic devices

• Increasing thermostat settings in winter

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What is one benefit of advances in technology regarding energy use?

• It makes energy use less efficient

• It reduces our ability to harness energy

• It improves our ability to use energy efficiently

• It has no impact on energy use

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Which of the following is an example of radiant energy?

• Fan

• Drill

• Lit light bulb

• Toaster

What type of energy transformation occurs in a toaster?

• Electrical to mechanical

• Electrical to radiant

• Electrical to thermal

• Electrical to chemical

Which of the following is NOT an example of electrical energy?

• Lightning

• Electricity

• Toaster

• Sunlight