Force–Extension Graphs (AQA GCSE Physics): Flashcards
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What does a force-extension graph show?
What does a force-extension graph show?
Relationship between force applied and resulting extension
Which axis is force plotted on?
Which axis is force plotted on?
Vertical (y-axis)
Which axis is extension plotted on?
Which axis is extension plotted on?
Horizontal (x-axis)
Shape of graph within limit of proportionality
Shape of graph within limit of proportionality
Straight line through origin
Where does force-extension graph pass through?
Where does force-extension graph pass through?
The origin
What can be calculated from force-extension graph?
What can be calculated from force-extension graph?
Work done (in joules)
Unit of work done when stretching a spring
Unit of work done when stretching a spring
Joules (J)
How to find work done on force-extension graph
How to find work done on force-extension graph
Area under the line
Condition for straight line on force-extension graph
Condition for straight line on force-extension graph
Limit of proportionality not exceeded