Energy and Work Done Flashcards

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Define energy

A

Energy is the ability to DO WORK

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S.I. Unit for energy ?

A

Joule (J)

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Conditions to be met in order for work to be done?

A
  1. A force acts on the object

2. The object moves in the same direction as the force

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Formula for Work Done?

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Work Done (J) = Force (N) × Distance (m)

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Criteria to explain work done?

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  1. Force doing the work
  2. Force & Object are in the SAME direction
  3. Actual dircetion - upwards / downwards / towards ___
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What does the Principle of Conversation of Energy state?

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Energy cannot be CREATED nor DESTROYED, but energy can be CONVERTED from one form to another

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