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Identify power in watts, energy transferred in joules, work done in joules and time in seconds.

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Energy changes in a system, and the ways energy is stored before and after such changes

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Power

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Power is defined as the rate at which energy is transferred or work is done. It is measured in watts (W), where 1 watt is equivalent to 1 joule per second (J/s). To identify power, one must consider the amount of energy transferred in joules and the time taken for that transfer in seconds. For example, if a device transfers 100 joules of energy in 5 seconds, its power can be calculated as 100 J / 5 s = 20 W. Understanding power is crucial for comparing the efficiency of different devices and their energy transfer capabilities.

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  • Confusing Units of Power: Remember that watts measure power (rate of energy transfer), while joules measure energy. 1 watt is equivalent to 1 joule per second.

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