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Work Done & Friction
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What is friction?

A force between surfaces in contact

In which direction does friction act?

Opposite to the motion

What form of energy is produced when energy is used against friction?

Heat

What happens to the temperature when friction occurs between surfaces?

It increases

What does work done measure?

Energy required to move an object

Which equation is used to calculate work done?

W=FsW = Fs

What is the unit for work done?

Joules (J)

In the equation W=FsW = Fs, what is the unit for force (FF)?

Newtons (N)

In the equation W=FsW = Fs, what is the unit for distance (ss)?

Metres (m)

Calculate work done when a force of 5050 N moves an object 2020 m.

10001000 J

What was the distance climbed in the Ben Nevis race from 5050 m to 13441344 m?

12941294 m

Calculate work done by someone weighing 600600 N climbing 12941294 m.

776400776400 J

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