The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “Thermal conduction and insulation”, from the unit “Energy of moving particles” (Year 10 Science) by Oak National Academy.
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12 questions
Which of the following is a unit of temperature?
What is the boiling point of pure water?
When a metal block is heated, the size of which energy store increases?
A very hot brick is taken out of an oven and placed in a room which is at 20°C. Which of the following statements correctly describes what will happen?
A cold glass of milk taken out of a fridge at 4°C and is placed in a room, which is at 20°C. Which of the following statements correctly describes what will happen?
Why does the liquid in a thermometer move up the glass tube when its temperature rises?
Match the following key words or phrases to their definition.
Which of the following materials is the best thermal conductor?
Why are metals good thermal conductors?
Four rods made from different materials (copper, glass, aluminium, steel) have wax on one end. The other ends are heated with a Bunsen burner. On which rod will the wax start to melt last?
A material made from wood fibres can be used as an insulating material. Why is the material used to reduce energy loss?
The mat used during experiments with a Bunsen burner is sometimes called a ‘heat proof mat’. Why should it be called a ‘heat resistant mat’ instead?
