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WJEC GCSE Physics generating electricity and energy overview quiz quiz

15questions. Pick an answer and you'll see why right away.

  1. Which of these is a non-renewable energy resource?

  2. Why is nuclear power classed as non-renewable?

  3. In a thermal power station, what does the steam do?

  4. Why is electricity transmitted at high voltage in the National Grid?

  5. What does a step-down transformer do in the grid?

  6. What does the principle of conservation of energy state?

  7. How is efficiency calculated?

  8. A device takes in 200 J and usefully transfers 50 J. What is its efficiency?

  9. Which method of heat transfer can occur through a vacuum?

  10. How does convection transfer thermal energy?

  11. Why is trapped air a good insulator?

  12. How is payback time calculated?

  13. A measure costs 600 pounds and saves 120 pounds a year. What is its payback time?

  14. What is the main disadvantage of wind power?

  15. In a transfer, where does wasted energy usually end up?