Computer Hardware Fundamentals
A worksheet for Grade 10 Science students to test their knowledge of computer hardware components and their functions.
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Computer Hardware Fundamentals
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. This worksheet will test your knowledge of computer hardware components and their functions.
1. Which component is considered the 'brain' of the computer?
RAM
CPU
Hard Drive
Motherboard
2. Which of the following is an input device?
Monitor
Printer
Keyboard
Speakers
1. The is a circuit board that connects all of the computer's components.
2. RAM stands for .
3. A is used to store data permanently in a computer.
1. A GPU is primarily responsible for processing graphical data.
True
False
2. Solid State Drives (SSDs) are generally slower than Hard Disk Drives (HDDs).
True
False
1. Briefly explain the primary function of a power supply unit (PSU) in a computer.
2. Differentiate between volatile and non-volatile memory, providing an example for each.
Identify the computer hardware component shown in the image below and state its primary function.
Match each computer component with its description.
1. CPU
a. Temporary storage for data being used by the CPU
2. RAM
b. Executes instructions and performs calculations
3. Motherboard
c. Connects all computer components and allows communication
4. Hard Drive
d. Long-term storage for files and the operating system