Exploring Types of Energy Post Quiz

Which of the following is an example of kinetic energy?

• A stretched rubber band

• A moving car

• Water stored in a dam

• A battery

What is the main source of solar energy?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• The Earth’s core

• Wind

Which type of energy is stored in food?

• Chemical energy

• Electrical energy

• Sound energy

• Light energy

What is the process called when heat is transferred through direct contact?

• Convection

• Radiation

• Conduction

• Reflection

Which of the following best describes potential energy?

• Energy of motion

• Energy stored due to position

• Energy from the Sun

• Energy in sound waves

Which of these is an example of energy transfer by convection?

• Heating a metal rod at one end

• Boiling water in a pot

• Sunlight warming your face

• Sound traveling through air

A ball is held at the top of a hill. What type of energy does it have, and what will it change to as it rolls down?

• Kinetic to potential

• Potential to kinetic

• Chemical to electrical

• Light to sound

If you touch a metal spoon that is sitting in a hot cup of tea, why does the spoon feel hot?

• The spoon creates heat

• Heat is transferred from the tea to the spoon by conduction

• The spoon absorbs light energy

• The spoon is made of a special material

Which of the following is NOT a type of energy?

• Mechanical energy

• Magnetic energy

• Friction energy

• Thermal energy

Which statement best explains how solar panels work?

• They store wind energy for later use

• They convert sunlight into electrical energy

• They reflect sunlight to cool buildings

• They use water to generate heat