Work, Energy and Power Flashcards
1
Q
Work
A
The energy given to a body by a force moving it through a displacement in the same direction as the applied force
2
Q
Energy
A
The ability to do work
3
Q
Potential Energy
A
Energy due to position or conformation
4
Q
Kinetic Energy
A
Energy due to movement
5
Q
Power
A
The rate the work is done. / The rate of energy conversion
6
Q
Efficiency
A
The comparison of energy put in to useful energy returned
