Basic Concepts of Energy and Work

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Scientific definition of work

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A force moving an object a certain distance

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What is the unit used for work or energy?

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Joule

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Kinetic energy

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Energy of motion

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mass

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The total amount of matter in an object

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How is speed measured?

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By the distance traveled in a certain amount of time

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Energy

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The ability to do work

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Potential energy

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The energy an object has due to its condition or position

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What is a force?

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A push or a pull on an object