Force–Extension Graphs (AQA GCSE Physics): Quizzes
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What does a force-extension graph show?
What does a force-extension graph show?
Relationship between force and extension
On which axis should force be plotted on a force-extension graph?
On which axis should force be plotted on a force-extension graph?
Vertical (y) axis
On which axis should extension be plotted on a force-extension graph?
On which axis should extension be plotted on a force-extension graph?
Horizontal (x) axis
What shape is the graph if the limit of proportionality is not exceeded?
What shape is the graph if the limit of proportionality is not exceeded?
Straight line through origin
What can be calculated from the area under a force-extension graph?
What can be calculated from the area under a force-extension graph?
Work done in joules
What is the unit for work done when stretching a spring?
What is the unit for work done when stretching a spring?
Joules (J)
What formula calculates the area under a straight line force-extension graph?
What formula calculates the area under a straight line force-extension graph?
What condition must be met for a force-extension graph to be a straight line?
What condition must be met for a force-extension graph to be a straight line?
Limit of proportionality not exceeded
Does a force-extension graph pass through the origin within the limit of proportionality?
Does a force-extension graph pass through the origin within the limit of proportionality?
Yes
A spring extends m with N force. What is the work done?
A spring extends m with N force. What is the work done?
J