Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Energy, work and power

Energy, work and power — practice question

An electric motor is being used to raise a load. Fig. 4.1 shows the energy transfer involved. The diagram gives energy input to motor 100 J, work done in lifting load 80 J, and waste energy 20 J.
(a(i))[1]

State the term used for the energy gained by the load because its height increases.

(a(ii))[1]

What effect does the waste energy from the motor have on the surroundings?

(a(iii))[2]

State the principle of conservation of energy and explain how it applies to the motor’s operation. Use information from Fig. 4.1 in your answer.

(b)[4]

State two advantages of coal-fired power stations and state two problems caused by their use.

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