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The formula for work is W = F × d × cos(θ), where θ represents the angle between the force and the direction of ______.
The formula for work is W = F × d × cos(θ), where θ represents the angle between the force and the direction of ______.
motion
One Joule is defined as 1 Newton multiplied by 1 ______.
One Joule is defined as 1 Newton multiplied by 1 ______.
meter
Kinetic Energy (KE) is the energy of an object in ______.
Kinetic Energy (KE) is the energy of an object in ______.
motion
Work is done when a force causes an object to move in the direction of the ______.
Work is done when a force causes an object to move in the direction of the ______.
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The formula for Potential Energy (PE) is PE = m × g × ______.
The formula for Potential Energy (PE) is PE = m × g × ______.
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According to the Law of Conservation of Energy, energy cannot be created or ______.
According to the Law of Conservation of Energy, energy cannot be created or ______.
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Power is defined as the rate at which work is done or energy is ______.
Power is defined as the rate at which work is done or energy is ______.
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The work-energy theorem states that the work done on an object equals the change in its ______.
The work-energy theorem states that the work done on an object equals the change in its ______.
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The SI unit for power is ______.
The SI unit for power is ______.
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Efficiency is the ratio of useful work output to total energy ______.
Efficiency is the ratio of useful work output to total energy ______.
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Study Notes
Work
- Definition: Work is done when a force causes an object to move in the direction of the force.
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Formula: Work (W) = Force (F) × Distance (d) × cos(θ)
- θ = angle between the force and the direction of motion.
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Units:
- SI unit: Joule (J)
- 1 Joule = 1 Newton × 1 meter
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Conditions for Work:
- A force must be applied.
- The object must move.
- Movement must be in the direction of the force or have a component in that direction.
Energy
- Definition: Energy is the capacity to do work.
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Units:
- SI unit: Joule (J)
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Types of Energy:
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Kinetic Energy (KE): Energy of an object in motion.
- Formula: KE = 0.5 × m × v²
- m = mass (kg)
- v = velocity (m/s)
- Formula: KE = 0.5 × m × v²
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Potential Energy (PE): Energy stored in an object due to its position or configuration.
- Formula: PE = m × g × h
- g = acceleration due to gravity (approx. 9.8 m/s²)
- h = height (m)
- Formula: PE = m × g × h
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Kinetic Energy (KE): Energy of an object in motion.
Law of Conservation of Energy
- Principle: Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.
- Implication: The total energy in an isolated system remains constant.
Power
- Definition: Power is the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
- Formula: Power (P) = Work (W) / Time (t)
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Units:
- SI unit: Watt (W)
- 1 Watt = 1 Joule/second
Practical Examples
- Work Done Against Gravity: Lifting an object requires work against gravitational force.
- Energy Transformations: A falling object converts potential energy to kinetic energy.
- Mechanical Energy: The sum of kinetic and potential energy in a system.
Important Concepts
- Work-Energy Theorem: The work done on an object equals the change in its kinetic energy.
- Efficiency: Ratio of useful work output to total energy input, often expressed as a percentage.
These notes provide a concise overview of work and energy concepts relevant to class 9 physics.
Work
- Definition: Work occurs when a force acts on an object, causing it to move in the direction of the force.
- Formula: Work is calculated as ( W = F \times d \times \cos(θ) ), where ( θ ) is the angle between the force and the direction of motion.
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Units:
- Work is measured in Joules (J).
- One Joule equals the work done when one Newton of force moves an object one meter.
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Conditions for Work:
- A force must be applied to the object.
- The object must experience movement.
- Movement should be in the direction of the force or at least have a component directed along that line.
Energy
- Definition: Energy represents the capacity to perform work.
- Units: Energy is also measured in Joules (J).
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Types of Energy:
- Kinetic Energy (KE): The energy of motion, given by the formula ( KE = 0.5 \times m \times v² ), where ( m ) is mass in kilograms and ( v ) is velocity in meters per second.
- Potential Energy (PE): The stored energy based on an object's position or configuration, calculated as ( PE = m \times g \times h ), with ( g ) being the acceleration due to gravity (approximately 9.8 m/s²) and ( h ) the height in meters.
Law of Conservation of Energy
- Principle: Energy is neither created nor destroyed; it simply changes from one form to another.
- Implication: In an isolated system, the total energy remains constant over time.
Power
- Definition: Power represents the rate at which work is done or energy is transferred.
- Formula: Power can be calculated as ( P = W / t ), where ( W ) is work done and ( t ) is time.
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Units:
- Power is measured in Watts (W).
- One Watt is equivalent to one Joule per second.
Practical Examples
- Work Against Gravity: Lifting an object involves doing work against gravitational force.
- Energy Transformations: A falling object transforms potential energy into kinetic energy as it descends.
- Mechanical Energy: The total mechanical energy in a system is the sum of its kinetic and potential energy.
Important Concepts
- Work-Energy Theorem: States that the work done on an object is equal to the change in its kinetic energy.
- Efficiency: Defined as the ratio of useful work output to the total energy input, often expressed as a percentage.
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This quiz covers essential concepts of work and energy, including definitions, formulas, and types of energy. Explore the law of conservation of energy and understand how work is done in relation to force and motion. Test your knowledge on kinetic and potential energy with this focused quiz.
