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* The transfer of energy from one object to another when a force is applied over a distance
The quantity of work is equal to the product of force and distance
(work = force x distance
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W = Fd) |
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Definition
* The ability to do work
(The concepts of work and energy helped explain why objects mover and change position) |
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Term
WORK AND ENERGY
WORK INPUT |
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Definition
* The work done on a machine being used to move a load
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Term
WORK AND ENERGY
WORK OUTPUT |
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Definition
* The work done by a machine on a load
* Work output is equal to the work needed to move a load directly without a machine |
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