Scientific Principles Mock 3 - Study Notes

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What temperature does water boil at in degrees Celsius?

  • 80°C
  • 90°C
  • 120°C
  • 100°C (correct)

Which of the following statements best describes the molecular behavior of a substance transitioning from liquid to gas?

  • Molecules move further apart. (correct)
  • Molecules lose kinetic energy.
  • Molecules move in a circular motion.
  • Molecules move closer together.

To provide a minimum pressure of 0.7 Bar, how high must a cold water cistern be located?

  • 3.5 metres
  • 10.0 metres
  • 5.0 metres
  • 7.0 metres (correct)

Which calculation gives the correct intensity of pressure of water at the base of closed tank B?

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What factor most significantly influences frictional resistance in a cold water pipework system?

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Which domestic appliance operates based on the principle of siphonage?

<p>Double trap WC (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which device is most suitable for measuring temperature within a thermostatic radiator valve?

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What is the specific heat value for water based on heating 1 kg of water by 2°C using 8.372 kJ?

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What type of current is generated when a magnet is moved around a copper wire wound on a soft iron core?

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Which domestic appliance operates based on the principle that uses changes in pressure to move water?

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What is the SI unit for measuring electric current?

<p>Amp (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following metals is classified as ferrous?

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What is the most significant factor affecting frictional resistance in a cold water pipework system?

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When water is sourced from limestone and chalk bedrock, what is the expected pH level?

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What type of device is typically used for measuring temperature in a thermostatic radiator valve?

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Which of the following best describes how heat is transferred by convection?

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Flashcards

Boiling Point of Water

The temperature at which water changes from a liquid to a gas.

Liquid to Gas State Change

The molecules move further apart, increasing the distance between them.

Water Pressure

The pressure exerted by a column of water due to its weight and height.

Intensity of Pressure

The rate at which heat is transferred per unit area.

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Specific Heat Value

The measure of how much heat is required to raise the temperature of 1 kg of a substance by 1 degree Celsius.

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Heat Transfer by Convection

The transfer of heat through a fluid substance, usually a liquid or gas, due to the movement of the fluid molecules.

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Patina

A protective barrier that forms on copper and lead when exposed to the atmosphere. It's a result of oxidation and other chemical reactions.

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Ampere (Amp)

The unit for measuring the rate of flow of electric charge. It's the amount of charge that flows past a point in a circuit every second.

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Pressure Head

The pressure required to force water to a specific height. It's calculated using the formula: Pressure = Density x Gravity x Height.

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Double Trap WC

A device that uses the principle of siphonage to remove waste water from a toilet. This mechanism relies on the pressure difference between the toilet bowl and the sewer line to create a siphon effect.

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Fuse

A protective device that breaks an electrical circuit when the current exceeds a safe limit. It prevents electrical overload and potential fire hazards.

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Convection

The process of heat transfer through a fluid substance, typically a liquid or gas. It occurs due to the movement of heated fluid molecules.

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Study Notes

Scientific Principles Mock 3 - Study Notes

  • Boiling Point of Water: Water boils at 100°C.

  • State Change (Liquid to Gas): When a substance changes from liquid to gas, its molecules move further apart.

  • Water Heater Pressure: An instantaneous water heater needs a minimum pressure of 0.7 bar. A cold water cistern needs to be 7.0 meters high to supply this pressure.

  • Pressure Intensity (Tank B): The intensity of water pressure at the base of tank B is calculated by multiplying the height (3m), width (1.5m), depth (1m) , and acceleration due to gravity (9.81 kN/m²). The correct calculation is 3 m X 1.5 m X 1 m X 9.81 kN/m².

  • Pipework Friction: The pipe material's thickness does not significantly impact friction resistance in a cold water pipework system. The number of bends (elbows) significantly impacts friction.

  • Siphonage: A double trap WC uses the principle of siphonage.

  • Temperature Measurement: A spirit thermometer/alcohol thermometer is suitable for use in thermostatic radiator valves.

  • Specific Heat of Water: The specific heat value for water is 4.186 kJ/kg/°C.

  • Convection Heat Transfer: Heat transfer by convection involves the movement of a fluid (liquid or gas).

  • Water Hardness & Boiler Scale: Hard water scale in boilers has an insulating effect, wasting fuel and overheating.

  • Electrolytic Corrosion: Electrolytic corrosion is greatest when unlike metals (e.g., iron and zinc, or copper and aluminium) are placed together in an electrolyte.

  • Lead Sheeting Groove: Groove A in overlapped lead sheeting is designed to prevent water leakage due to excessive run-off.

  • Fuse Size Calculation (Formula): Fuse size (amps) is calculated with the formula I = V/R, where I is current (amps), V is voltage (volts), and R is resistance (ohms).

  • Ferrous Metal: Steel is a ferrous metal.

  • Atmospheric Protection Layer: A protective barrier (patina) forms on copper and lead when exposed to the atmosphere.

  • SI Unit of Current: The SI unit for current is the Ampere (Amp).

  • Fuse for Lighting Circuit: A 15-amp fuse is typically used to protect lighting circuits at a consumer unit.

  • Electromagnetic Induction: Passing a magnet over copper wire wrapped around soft iron generates alternating current.

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