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How is one joule defined in terms of force and distance?
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Topic
Work done and energy transfer
Question
- A. One joule is one newton metre
- B. One joule is one kilogram metre per second
- C. One joule is one watt per second
- D. One joule is one newton per metre
Answer
One joule is one newton metre
Explanation
One joule is defined as the work done when a force of one newton moves an object through a distance of one metre.
Common mistake
Confusing Work Done with Force
Students often confuse work done with the force applied, thinking they are the same quantity.
Remember that work done is the energy transferred when a force moves an object through a distance, and use the equation W = F x s to clarify the relationship.
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