Energy and work Flashcards
1
Q
Energy transferred=
A
Work done.
2
Q
Work done (joules,J)
A
=force applied (newtons,N) x distance moved along the line of action of the force (metres,m)
3
Q
Work done to overcome friction is mainly transferred to?
A
Thermal energy (heat)
4
Q
Work is done on an object when..
A
a force makes the object move.
5
Q
Work done is?
A
a force.
6
Q
What happens when work done is overcome by friction?
A
It is transferred as energy to the thermal energy stores of the objects that rub together and to the surroundings.
