Chapter 7: Kinetic + Work (Exam 3) Flashcards
What is kinetic energy?
Energy in motion
What is potential energy?
Energy at a position (rest)
What is the variable for kinetic energy?
K
K =
1/2mv^2
What are the units for K?
1kg m^2/s^2 or joule (J)
What is the definition of work?
transfer of energy through a force
What sign (+/-) is work?
BOTH! either + or -
What is the variable for work?
W
W =
delta K = Kf-Ki
What is the expanded delta K equation?
1/2mvf^2 - 1/2mvi^2
If vf > vi and Kf > Ki, what is the sign of W?
+ (positive)
In the ABcos(x) equation, what are the corresponding angles and signs of work?
theta > 90 degrees: w = negative (-)
theta < 90 degrees: w = positive (+)
theta = 90 degrees: w = 0
What is the equation for multiple forces?
sigma F = F1 + F2 + … + Fn
What is the equation for W using forces?
F1d + F2d + … + Fnd
What is the equation for K using work?
delta K = W = W1 + W2 + … + Wn