Flashcards: Work & Machines

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SSBennett on February 25, 2011

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physical science

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Flashcards: Work & Machines

Work
The transfer of energy to an object by using a force that causes the object to move a distance
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Work The transfer of energy to an object by using a force that causes the object to move a distance
Joule Unit used to express work and energy
Machine A device used to make work easier by changing the size or direction of force
Work Input Work done on a machine (human effort applied)
Work Output Work done by a machine
Mechanical Advantage A number that tells how many times a machine multiplies force; represents the degree to which work is made easier
Mechanical Efficiency A measure of the work output to work input which tells a machine's ability to overcome friction; Expressed as a percentage (Work output /Work input x 100)
Power The rate (speed) at which work is done and energy is transferred; It measures how fast work happens or energy is transferred
Watt Unit used to express power which is the same as Joules/second

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