Question

The invisible form of energy that causes the sensation of hotness or coldness is called?

• A. temperature
• B. heat
• C. light

Answer 1

The correct option is B

heat

The explanation for the correct answer:

1. Heat: It may be defined as the invisible form of energy that causes a sensation of hotness and coldness.
2. For example, when we hold a hot cup of tea in our hands we feel heat energy.
3. Heat energy always flows from a hot object to a cold object.

The explanation for the incorrect answer:

1. Temperature: It is the degree of hotness or coldness of a body.
2. Light: It is a form of energy.
3. For example, Sun is a source of light energy.

Hence the right answer is option B.