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P1.1 AQA Physics Test - Flashcards in GCSE Physics
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- Created by: h.b22
- Created on: 31-03-16 13:48
1. Why are houses in hot countries often painted white ?
- They reflect heat and sun
- They absorb heat and sun
- It makes them look pretty
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2. What is the best colour for central heating radiator ?
- Glossy Black
- Glossy White
- Dull Black
- Dull White
3. Why are saucepans often made of metal with wooden handles ?
- Metal is a good conduction of heat so can heat up the food quickly & the wooden handle is a poor conductor of heat so you don't burn yourself
- The metal is a good conductor of heat and so is wood so it cooks your food quicker
- Metal is a bad conductor of heat so less likely to burn yourself
4. Where does convection occur ?
5. Why is a painted object dull black colour better for absorbing energy
- A dull black colour absorbs energy much quicker
- It slowly absorbs energy
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