10.1 - Work
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Practice Questions
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What is the scientific definition of work?
💡 Hint: Think about the two conditions that must be met.
If I push a stationary wall, am I doing work?
💡 Hint: Consider if the wall moves at all.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What must occur for work to be done in science?
💡 Hint: Recall the definition of work.
If an object moves downward under gravity without any opposing force acting, what type of work is done?
💡 Hint: Think about the direction of the gravitational force.
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Challenge Problems
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An athlete carries a 15 kg backpack while running 30 m at a height of 1.5 m. Calculate the total work done against gravity and during displacement.
💡 Hint: Break it down into two parts: work against gravity and work during movement.
A cyclist exerts a force of 50 N to pedal 200 m uphill against gravity. Calculate the work done.
💡 Hint: Ensure to consider only the force in the direction of movement.
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