QUIZ 1. Energy that comes from the splitting of certain atoms is referred to as what kind of energy? a. Chemical energy b. Nuclear energy c. Thermal energy d. Electrical energy Answer: b. Nuclear energy comes from the splitting of certain atoms, which is why it is sometimes referred to as atomic energy. 2. Which type of energy is not considered potential energy? a. Radiant energy b. Electrical energy c. Nuclear energy d. Chemical energy Answer: a. Each of these forms of energy is considered potential energy, except for radiant energy, which involves the movement of particles rather than potential energy. 3. Which law of thermodynamics refers to entropy at absolute zero? a. Law of conservation of energy b. First law of thermodynamics c. Second law of thermodynamics d. Third law of thermodynamics Answer: d. The third law of thermodynamics indicates that entropy approaches zero at absolute zero, which is 0 degrees Kelvin or -273 degrees Celsius.
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