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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 happens to energy used against friction?

It is transformed to heat

What happens to the temperature when friction occurs?

It increases

What is work done?

Energy required to move an object

What is the equation for work done?

W=FsW = Fs

What is the unit of work done?

J (Joules)

What is the unit of force in the work done equation?

N (Newtons)

What is the unit of distance in the work done equation?

m (metres)

A force of 20N20N moves an object 5m5m. Calculate the work done.

100J100J

In the Ben Nevis example, what distance was climbed?

1294m1294m

Chris weighs 600N600N and climbs 1294m1294m. What is the work done?

776,400J776,400J

Alison weighs 400N400N and climbs 1294m1294m. What is the work done?

517,600J517,600J

Why does Chris need more energy than Alison for the climb?

He weighs more

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