Work and Energy Basics

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What is the unit of work?

Back

Joules

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Which form of energy is due to motion?

Back

Kinetic energy

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Which type of potential energy are we going to focus on (for now)?

Back

Gravitational potential energy

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What is the formula for kinetic energy?

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KE = ½mv²

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What is the equation for work?

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Work = Force x Distance

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Define work in physics.

Back

Work is done when a force causes an object to move in the direction of the force.

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What is kinetic energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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What is gravitational potential energy?

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Gravitational potential energy is the energy an object has due to its height above the ground.

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What is the relationship between work and energy?

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Work done on an object results in a change in its energy.