Work Done on a Spring (AQA GCSE Physics Combined Science): Flashcards
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Forces needed to change an object's shape
Forces needed to change an object's shape
More than one force
Effect of single force on an object
Effect of single force on an object
Moves in force direction, doesn't change shape
Direction of forces to stretch an object
Direction of forces to stretch an object
Opposite directions on either side
Role of fixed point when stretching
Role of fixed point when stretching
Provides a counteracting force
Definition of deformation
Definition of deformation
Change in shape due to applied forces
Two types of deformation
Two types of deformation
Elastic and plastic
Characteristic of elastic deformation
Characteristic of elastic deformation
Returns to original shape when force removed
Example of elastic deformation
Example of elastic deformation
Elastic band stretching then returning to original shape
Characteristic of plastic deformation
Characteristic of plastic deformation
Doesn't return to original shape; permanent change
Example of plastic deformation
Example of plastic deformation
Spring stretched too far, not returning to original length