What is Work Done? Definition, Equations, & Explanation
Jul 24, 2014 · [SIZE="4"]Definition/Summary Work is a measure of change of energy. The net work done equals the change in Kinetic Energy (this is the Work-Energy Theorem). Work is the integral of …
Reversible vs Irreversible Gas Compression and Expansion Work
Jun 8, 2015 · One of the difficult concepts that many students struggle with is the difference between reversible and irreversible work in expansion/compression of a gas.
Understanding the Relationship Between Work and Torque: Explained …
Jul 23, 2004 · After I read that Torque is a force that is both proportional to moment arm and force applied T = f *r , I tried to explain this fact by using the concept of Work which i learned earlier. When …
Are work and moment the same thing? They both have the same units
Feb 21, 2011 · Moment is Newtons per meter, and work is Newtons per meter. I'm confused as to how to relate them. Are they essentially the same thing?
Why does work done by a conservative force = 0 in a closed path?
May 19, 2010 · Why does work done by a conservative force = 0 in a closed path? I know this sounds foolish :rolleyes: but how can some forces have such a property? Can...
What is the work done by friction when a man is walking?
Aug 20, 2009 · Waht is the work done by friction when a man is walking? zero or nonzero? [ friction is not causing the displacement of point of contact...or is it?] I was analysing the work done by friction …
Intuitive explanation of why work done by tension is 0?
Aug 20, 2018 · Homework Statement Homework Equations Work Done=Force*Displacement in the direction of the force The Attempt at a Solution I tried to solve the problem...
Understanding Work Against Friction in Physics
Jan 6, 2019 · Work done against friction refers to the energy required to overcome the resisting force of friction when initiating or maintaining motion. Friction dissipates some of the energy input as heat, …
Is there work for object moving at a constant speed?
Dec 9, 2017 · Homework Statement An object of mass 100kg is acted on by a constant force as it moves through a displacement at a constant speed of 7.2m/s. What is the net work done on the …
Work done in adiabatic process vs work done in isothermal
Sep 1, 2018 · Homework Statement [/B] An ideal gas is compressed to the same volume from the same initial state for both an adiabatic and an isothermal process. In which...