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What happens to energy during everyday 'consumption' like eating food?

  • Energy is transformed into different types. (correct)
  • Energy is consumed without any transformation.
  • Energy disappears completely after consumption.
  • Energy remains unchanged throughout the process.
  • What is the initial source of energy that transforms into chemical energy in oil?

  • Thermal energy from the earth's core.
  • Geothermal energy from volcanic activity.
  • Kinetic energy from wind movement.
  • Solar energy absorbed by plants. (correct)
  • Which type of energy is primarily released when oil is burned in a furnace?

  • Nuclear energy
  • Mechanical energy
  • Electrical energy
  • Chemical potential energy (correct)
  • In a toaster, which energy conversion process is accurately described?

    <p>Electrical energy to thermal, light, and sound energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following examples illustrates the conservation of energy?

    <p>A burning candle producing light and heat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Law of Conservation of Energy state?

    <p>The total amount of energy remains unchanged in a system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the example of an oil furnace, what happens to some of the chemical potential energy?

    <p>It is transformed into other types of energy, such as light and sound.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it difficult to harness thermal energy effectively?

    <p>It spreads out and becomes hard to capture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a lightbulb is on, it primarily transforms electrical energy into which type of energy?

    <p>Light energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of thermal energy can typically be converted into useful mechanical energy using modern technology?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens during energy transformation in the context of heating?

    <p>Heat is released, but energy is not lost.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The term 'lost energy' in energy transformations refers to what?

    <p>Energy transformed into types that are hard to harness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following energy transformations is typically challenging?

    <p>Transforming thermal energy into other forms of energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the efficiency of a car's engine if it transforms only 26% of the energy in gasoline into motion?

    <p>26%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does it mean when an appliance is labeled as 'Energy Star'?

    <p>It uses less energy than similar appliances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which principle relates to energy not being created or destroyed?

    <p>Law of Conservation of Energy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way to conserve energy in everyday life?

    <p>Using energy-efficient devices</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an engine gives off 70% thermal energy, what can be inferred about its efficiency?

    <p>It is less energy efficient than one giving off 26% thermal energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one expected outcome of using energy efficiently?

    <p>Reduction in environmental pollutants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does conserving energy impact costs?

    <p>It can significantly reduce costs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An appliance with lower energy consumption compared to older models means it is likely _____.

    <p>More efficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

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