Motion, Forces And Energy Unit Test

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    Elastic potential energy is associated with objects that can be stretched. 

    • True
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This 'Motion, Forces and Energy Unit Test' assesses understanding of key physics concepts including inertia, mass, and forces. Students will explore how friction affects motion, the role of unbalanced forces, and calculate force using mass and acceleration. Ideal for reinforcing physics fundamentals.

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  • 2. 

    The energy stored in fossil fuels is released by burning.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Fossil fuels, such as coal, oil, and natural gas, are formed from the remains of ancient plants and animals. These fuels contain stored energy in the form of chemical bonds. When fossil fuels are burned, these chemical bonds are broken, releasing the stored energy in the form of heat and light. This is why burning fossil fuels is a common method for generating energy. Therefore, the statement that the energy stored in fossil fuels is released by burning is true.

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  • 3. 

    Jake and Tom want to see who is strogest, so they got a rope and decided to play tug-o-war.  Both boys pulled at the rope with all of their strength, but neither of them moved.   This is called unbalanced force. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The given statement is false because if neither of them moved, it means that the forces applied by both boys were balanced. In a tug-of-war game, if both sides pull with equal force, the rope remains stationary and there is no winner. Therefore, the situation described in the question is an example of balanced forces, not unbalanced forces.

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  • 4. 

    Kinetic energy depends on 

    • Only mass

    • Only velocity

    • Height

    • Mass and velocity

    Correct Answer
    A. Mass and velocity
    Explanation
    Kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion. According to the kinetic energy formula, KE = 1/2 * mass * velocity^2, it is clear that both mass and velocity are factors that determine the amount of kinetic energy. The mass of an object determines how much matter is in motion, while the velocity represents the speed and direction of the object's motion. Therefore, both mass and velocity are essential in determining the kinetic energy of an object.

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  • 5. 

    A rider finishes a 120 km bicycle trip in 3 hours.  The average speed of the rider is....

    • 360 km/hr

    • 40 km/hr

    • 3.6 m/s

    • 4 m/s

    Correct Answer
    A. 40 km/hr
    Explanation
    The average speed of the rider can be calculated by dividing the total distance traveled (120 km) by the total time taken (3 hours). Therefore, 120 km divided by 3 hours equals 40 km/hr.

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  • 6. 

    The amount of matter in an object is called its 

    • Weight

    • Force

    • Inertia

    • Mass

    Correct Answer
    A. Mass
    Explanation
    Mass is the correct answer because it refers to the amount of matter in an object. Weight, on the other hand, is the force of gravity acting on an object's mass. Force is a push or pull on an object, while inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its motion. Therefore, mass is the most appropriate term to describe the amount of matter in an object.

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  • 7. 

    A(n) ___________ causes objects to move in a circle

    • Centripetal force

    • Large weight

    • Terminal velocity

    • Acceleration

    Correct Answer
    A. Centripetal force
    Explanation
    Centripetal force is the correct answer because it is the force that causes objects to move in a circle. It is directed towards the center of the circle and keeps the object in circular motion. This force is necessary to counteract the natural tendency of objects to move in a straight line. Without centripetal force, objects would move in a straight line instead of a circular path.

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  • 8. 

    Potential energy is the energy 

    • Of velocity

    • Of motion

    • Of distance

    • That is stored

    Correct Answer
    A. That is stored
    Explanation
    Potential energy refers to the energy that is stored in an object due to its position or condition. It is not related to velocity, motion, or distance directly. Instead, potential energy is determined by factors such as height, elasticity, or chemical composition. Therefore, the correct answer is "that is stored," as it accurately describes the nature of potential energy.

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  • 9. 

    Potential energy that depends on height is gravitational potential energy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Gravitational potential energy is the potential energy an object possesses due to its height above the ground. As an object is lifted higher, its potential energy increases, and as it falls, its potential energy decreases. This potential energy is directly related to the force of gravity and the height of the object. Therefore, the statement that potential energy dependent on height is gravitational potential energy is true.

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  • 10. 

    A rubber band that is flying across the room is moving because it has kinetic energy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because kinetic energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its motion. In this case, since the rubber band is flying across the room, it is clearly in motion and therefore has kinetic energy.

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  • 11. 

    Friction acts in a direction __________ to the direction of an object's motion

    • Unrelated

    • Opposite

    • Equal

    • Perpendicular

    Correct Answer
    A. Opposite
    Explanation
    Friction acts in the opposite direction to the direction of an object's motion. When an object is moving, friction opposes its motion, trying to slow it down or stop it completely. This is why it is harder to push or slide an object on a rough surface compared to a smooth one. Friction is caused by the interaction between the surfaces of two objects, and it always acts in a direction opposite to the motion of the object.

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  • 12. 

    A (n) ______________ can cause an objects motion to change

    • Unbalanced force

    • Balanced force

    • Inertia

    • Mass

    Correct Answer
    A. Unbalanced force
    Explanation
    An unbalanced force can cause an object's motion to change because it refers to a force that is not being counteracted by an equal and opposite force. When there is an unbalanced force acting on an object, it will experience an acceleration in the direction of the force. This acceleration can cause a change in the object's velocity, resulting in a change in its motion.

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  • 13. 

    A girl throws a ball 15m into the air.  The ball has a maximum potential energy at a height of 

    • 0m

    • 5m

    • 10m

    • 15m

    Correct Answer
    A. 15m
    Explanation
    The ball has a maximum potential energy at a height of 15m because potential energy is directly proportional to the height above the ground. As the ball is thrown 15m into the air, it reaches its maximum height and therefore has the maximum potential energy at that point.

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  • 14. 

    Work is the transfer of energy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Work is defined as the transfer of energy when a force is applied to an object and the object is displaced in the direction of the force. When work is done on an object, energy is transferred from one form to another. Therefore, the statement "Work is the transfer of energy" is true.

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  • 15. 

    The law of conservation of energy states that when one form of energy is converted to another, SOME energy is destroyed. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The explanation for the correct answer is that according to the law of conservation of energy, energy cannot be created or destroyed, it can only be converted from one form to another. This principle is known as the conservation of energy. Therefore, no energy is destroyed when one form of energy is converted to another.

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  • 16. 

    An electric blanket converts electrical energy to 

    • Nuclear energy

    • Chemical energy

    • Mechanical energy

    • Thermal energy

    Correct Answer
    A. Thermal energy
    Explanation
    An electric blanket converts electrical energy into thermal energy. When the blanket is plugged into an electrical outlet, it uses the electricity to heat up coils or wires embedded in the fabric. These coils then generate heat, which is transferred to the body when the blanket is used. This conversion of electrical energy to thermal energy allows the blanket to provide warmth and comfort to the user.

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  • 17. 

    According to Newton;s second law of motion, acceleration increases as force increases, if mass stays the same.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    According to Newton's second law of motion, the acceleration of an object is directly proportional to the force applied to it and inversely proportional to its mass. This means that if the force acting on an object increases, and its mass remains constant, the acceleration of the object will also increase. Therefore, the statement "acceleration increases as force increases, if mass stays the same" is true.

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  • 18. 

    Patty was walking very quickly through the cafeteria with her tray full of food when she tripped over a broomstick and flew forward along with all of her food.   This is an example of Newton's first law of motion which states,  "...an obect in motion will stay in motion..."

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    This scenario demonstrates Newton's first law of motion, also known as the law of inertia. According to this law, an object in motion will continue moving in the same direction and at the same speed unless acted upon by an external force. In this case, Patty was walking quickly (in motion) through the cafeteria when she tripped over a broomstick (external force) and flew forward along with her food. This aligns with Newton's first law, as Patty's body and the tray of food continued moving forward due to their inertia. Therefore, the correct answer is true.

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  • 19. 

    Your body converts chemical energy to all of the following EXCEPT

    • Nuclear energy

    • Thermal energy

    • Chemical energy

    • Electrical energy

    Correct Answer
    A. Nuclear energy
    Explanation
    The body is not capable of converting chemical energy into nuclear energy. Nuclear energy is the energy released during nuclear reactions, such as those that occur in nuclear power plants or atomic bombs. The body does not have the ability to perform these types of reactions and therefore cannot convert chemical energy into nuclear energy. However, the body can convert chemical energy into thermal energy, electrical energy, and other forms of energy through various physiological processes.

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  • 20. 

    The force exerted by gravity is stronger if two objects are closer.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The force of gravity between two objects is directly proportional to their masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them. This means that as the distance between two objects decreases, the force of gravity between them increases. Therefore, it is true that the force exerted by gravity is stronger if two objects are closer.

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  • 21. 

    The state of a substance depends ont he amound of thermal energy it posesses.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because the state of a substance, whether it is a solid, liquid, or gas, is determined by the amount of thermal energy it possesses. When a substance gains thermal energy, its particles gain kinetic energy and move faster, causing the substance to change from a solid to a liquid or from a liquid to a gas. Conversely, when a substance loses thermal energy, its particles lose kinetic energy and move slower, causing the substance to change from a gas to a liquid or from a liquid to a solid. Therefore, the amount of thermal energy directly affects the state of a substance.

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  • 22. 

    Newtons second law of motion states the relationship of mass, acceleration and force.  It says that....

    • Force equals mass divided by acceleration

    • Force equals acceleration divided by mass

    • Force equals mass times acceleration

    • Every object attracts every other object in the universe

    Correct Answer
    A. Force equals mass times acceleration
    Explanation
    Newton's second law of motion states that the force acting on an object is directly proportional to the mass of the object and the acceleration it experiences. Mathematically, this can be represented as force = mass × acceleration. This means that the force exerted on an object increases as its mass or acceleration increases. Therefore, the correct answer is force equals mass times acceleration.

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  • 23. 

    An object cannot be accelerating if it is changing direction.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    This statement is false because an object can be accelerating even if it is changing direction. Acceleration is defined as any change in velocity, which includes changes in speed or direction. Therefore, if an object is changing its direction, it is still possible for it to be accelerating if its velocity is changing.

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  • 24. 

    Unless an object at rest is acted upon by a force, it stays at rest due to its 

    • Matter

    • Inertia

    • Friction

    • Gravity

    Correct Answer
    A. Inertia
    Explanation
    When an object is at rest, it tends to stay at rest unless a force is applied to it. This is because of its inertia. Inertia is the tendency of an object to resist changes in its state of motion. In this case, the object's inertia keeps it at rest until a force is exerted on it to overcome this resistance and cause it to move.

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  • 25. 

    Power is the rate at which energy is lost. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Power is not the rate at which energy is lost, but rather the rate at which energy is transferred or transformed. Power is the amount of work done or energy transferred per unit of time. It is a measure of how quickly energy is being used or converted from one form to another. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 26. 

    A 10-kg ball is accelerated 500m/s (squared) by a force of...

    • 5000 N

    • 50 N

    • 500 N

    • 1/50 N

    Correct Answer
    A. 5000 N
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 5000 N because the force required to accelerate an object is given by the formula F = m * a, where F is the force, m is the mass, and a is the acceleration. In this case, the mass is 10 kg and the acceleration is 500 m/s^2. Plugging these values into the formula, we get F = 10 kg * 500 m/s^2 = 5000 N. Therefore, a force of 5000 N is required to accelerate the 10-kg ball at 500 m/s^2.

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  • 27. 

    A satellite in orbit around Earth is always falling toward Earth.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    A satellite in orbit around Earth is constantly being pulled towards Earth by gravity. However, it is also moving forward with enough speed that it continuously falls around Earth instead of crashing into it. This continuous falling motion is what keeps the satellite in orbit. Therefore, it is correct to say that a satellite in orbit around Earth is always falling toward Earth.

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  • 28. 

    Forces can be added together on if they are acting on different objects.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Forces can be added together only if they are acting on the same object. When forces act on different objects, they cannot be directly added together because they are affecting separate entities. The net force on an object is determined by considering all the individual forces acting on that particular object. Therefore, the statement "Forces can be added together if they are acting on different objects" is false.

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  • 29. 

    The formula, Work/ Time (Work divided by Time) is used to calculate

    • Kinetic energy

    • Potential energy

    • Power

    • Mechanical energy

    Correct Answer
    A. Power
    Explanation
    The formula Work/Time is used to calculate power. Power is a measure of how quickly work is done or energy is transferred. It is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred per unit of time. By dividing the work done by the time taken, we can determine the power being exerted.

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  • 30. 

    Plants convert electromagnetic energy to chemical energy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Plants convert electromagnetic energy to chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis. During photosynthesis, plants use the energy from sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. This chemical energy stored in glucose is then used by the plants for various metabolic processes and growth. Therefore, it is true that plants convert electromagnetic energy (sunlight) to chemical energy.

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  • 31. 

    On the Celcius scale, the number 0 is assigned to the temperatures at which water condenses. 

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    On the Celsius scale, the number 0 is actually assigned to the temperature at which water freezes, not condenses. Water condenses at 100 degrees Celsius. Therefore, the statement is false.

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  • 32. 

    Temperature is a measure of the average potential energy of each particle within an object.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Temperature is not a measure of the average potential energy of each particle within an object. Instead, temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles. Potential energy refers to the energy stored in an object due to its position or state, while kinetic energy refers to the energy of motion. Therefore, the statement is false.

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  • 33. 

    A moving object can do work so it has potential energy.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    This statement is false because potential energy is not directly related to the ability to do work. Potential energy is the energy possessed by an object due to its position or state, while work is the transfer of energy from one object to another. While a moving object can certainly have kinetic energy, which is the energy of motion, it does not necessarily imply that it has potential energy. Therefore, the statement is incorrect.

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  • 34. 

    The force of friction acts between all objects in the universe.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The force of friction does not act between all objects in the universe. Friction only occurs when two objects are in contact with each other and there is relative motion or an attempt to move between them. It is a force that opposes the motion of an object and can occur between solid objects, liquids, and gases. However, not all objects in the universe are in contact with each other, so friction does not act between all objects.

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  • 35. 

    An airplane that moves 50 meters in one second has a speed of....

    • 500 cm/s

    • 180,000 m/h

    • 1,800 km/h

    • 5,000 m/h

    Correct Answer
    A. 180,000 m/h
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 180,000 m/h because to convert meters per second to meters per hour, we need to multiply the given speed by 3600 (the number of seconds in an hour). Therefore, 50 meters per second multiplied by 3600 equals 180,000 meters per hour.

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