Forces Doing Work Flashcards
1
Q
What is the energy transferred by a force called?
A
Work done
2
Q
What is the equation used to calculate work done
A
Work done = force x distance
3
Q
The rate at which energy is transferred is called
A
Power
4
Q
Give an example of a non-contact force
A
Gravitational force
Magnetic force
Electrostatics
Nuclear force
5
Q
What unit do we use to measure work done
A
Joules
6
Q
What is a force field?
A
A space around an object where it can affect other objects
7
Q
What is a contact force
A
Forces that can be physically touched
8
Q
What type of diagram might you use to show the forces on an aeroplane?
A
A free body force diagram
9
Q
What unit do you use to measure power?
A
Watts
10
Q
What is the equation to calculate power?
A
Work done / time taken
11
Q
Give an example of a contact force
A
Frictional Force
Applied Force
Normal Force
