Objective Questions

1 The energy stored in substances such as fuels and food is

A chemical energy
B potential energy
C heat energy
D mechanical energy

2 Mechanical energy consists of

A kinetic energy and heat energy
B kinetic energy and potential energy
C chemical energy and potential energy
D heat energy and light energy

3 Which of the following is not a fossil fuel?

A Petroleum
B Natural gas
C Coal
D Biomass

4 The following diagram shows an electric circuit.

When the switch is turned on, the energy change that takes place is

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5 The following diagram shows the classification of energy sources.

Which of the following is classified under category X?

I Hydro energy
II Fossil fuel
III Nuclear energy
A I and II only
B I and III only
C II and III only
D I, II and III

6 The following diagram shows the movement of a ball which is released at position J.

At which position does the ball has the maximum potential energy and maximum kinetic
energy?

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Subjective Questions
1 (a) How were fossil fuels formed?

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[1 mark]
(b) Give three examples of fossil fuels.

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(c) Fossil fuel is a non-renewable energy source. Explain this statement.

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(d) Solar energy is an alternative energy with great potential.
(i) Where does the solar energy come from?

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[1 mark]
(ii) State one advantage of using solar energy.

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[1 mark]

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Answer
Objective:
1 A 2 B 3 D 4 B 5 C 6 B

Subjective:

(a) Fossil fuels were formed from the remains of animals and plants that were buried in the
ground for millions of years.
(b) Petroleum, natural gas, coal
(c) The supply of the fuels will be depleted.
(d) (i) The Sun
(ii) It is a renewable energy source/it does not pollute the environment.

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