Mechanical Work

Physics: Cambridge International GCSE Supplement, topic 1.10.1

Mechanical Work

The work done by a force is equal to the energy transferred to the object.

Work done

Work done

  • More work is done if you:
  • push with the same force for a longer distance.
  • or push with a larger force for the same distance.

Test yourself on Mechanical Work

  • Which of these quantities is considered in the equation for work done?

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